At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to advocate for justice and fair compensation for Indigenous communities.
- Company: MLT Aikins, a top-tier law firm with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Collaborative environment, mentorship from skilled lawyers, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse applicants, with accommodations available during the hiring process.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in Indigenous law while working on diverse and complex legal matters.
- Qualifications: 2-5 years of experience in Aboriginal law or civil litigation; strong negotiation and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Location: Regina
About our Firm
MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 375 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.
Job summary:
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Specific Claims associate lawyer with a minimum of two to five years of relevant experience to join the advocacy group in our Regina office. We are committed to pursuing justice, historical accountability and fair compensation for unfulfilled lawful obligations by the Crown. This associate lawyer’s role will involve a wide variety of legal matters, including:
- Conduct and oversee historical, legal, and archival research for specific claims
- Prepare and submit formal specific claim submissions to Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
- Represent the First Nation in negotiations, mediations or proceedings before the Specific Claims Tribunal
- Collaborate with researchers, historians, elders and community leadership to gather necessary evidence and testimony
- Provide strategic legal advice on litigation risks, settlement offers and compensation criteria
This is an opportunity to join a top-tier law firm, to work on diverse and complex files in a collaborative environment and to learn from skilled lawyers while developing expertise in Indigenous, environmental and regulatory litigation.
Qualifications include:
- Member in good standing with a Canadian Law Society (Law Society of Saskatchewan or eligible for mobility/transfer)
- Minimum [2–5+] years of demonstrated experience in Aboriginal law, civil litigation, or specifically handling Specific Claims against the federal government
- In-depth knowledge of the Specific Claims Tribunal Act and federal specific claims policies
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and cross-cultural communication skills, with a commitment to First Nations’ rights and self-determination
Our Diversity Statement
MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings. We welcome and encourage individuals who identify as members of Indigenous communities, and those who identify as belonging to diverse groups, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation, to disclose this in their application. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, offering accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or to successfully submit your application, please contact us at careers@mltaikins.com.
Associate in Regina employer: MLT Aikins
MLT Aikins is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Winnipeg that fosters collaboration and professional growth. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from close mentorship by senior lawyers and opportunities to engage in complex corporate and M&A practices. As one of Canada's leading law firms, we provide a supportive culture that values client service and encourages innovative legal solutions, making it an ideal place for ambitious legal professionals to thrive.
