ABOUT OGILVIE LLP – Edmonton Office
Founded in 1920, Ogilvie LLP is a leading law firm with deep roots in Alberta. Located in downtown Edmonton and Calgary, we are known for our expertise in Corporate & Commercial, Real Estate, Litigation, Tax and Will & Estates. We prioritize strong client relationships and offer a collaborative, challenging environment for our lawyers.
THE OPPORTUNITY
If you are a talented Corporate Commercial professional with 3 - 4 years of experience seeking to contribute to our dynamic team in the Edmonton office and deliver excellent service, we encourage you to apply. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and a high level of professionalism. The ability to manage files with increasing autonomy and a commitment to ongoing professional development are important qualifications.
WHAT WE OFFER
Ogilvie LLP offers challenging and diverse work with significant responsibility, mentorship from senior lawyers and partners, a positive and team-oriented environment, and competitive compensation based on experience. There are also opportunities for advancement and potential for future partnership consideration.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience:
1. Substantive Skills
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Private mergers and acquisitions - Experience assisting clients with the entire purchase/sale process from Letter of Intent to closing and post-closing, including:
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Negotiating business and legal terms;
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Advising on payment terms, financing and security, employment, real estate, regulatory and other matters;
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Drafting definitive agreements, as well as ancillary agreements and documents;
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Corporate and alternative business structures, including Alberta and Canada for-profit and non-profit corporations, partnerships, and joint ventures - Experience incorporating/forming organizations, preparing shareholder agreements, advising on corporate transactions and drafting associated documents, and advising on governance matters.
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Commercial and residential real estate - Experience with acquisition, financing, and sale of commercial and residential real estate, and commercial leasing.
2. Team-oriented - Work well in a team environment, including working directly with partners, staff and other associates, and delegating tasks where appropriate.
3. Organized - Utilize management, organizational and attention-to-detail skills to develop and enhance client relationships, substantive skillset, and practice management skills.
APPLICATIONS
We thank all applicants for their interest in Ogilvie; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
