JSS Barristers prides itself on its collegial work environment, competitive compensation packages and its ability to provide its employees with a challenging and rewarding career.
JSS Barristers values its employees’ unique perspectives, and is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Our firm is an advocate for equity and is committed to ensuring its community is diverse and inclusive. We welcome applications from members of racialized minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities and contribute to the firm’s excellence and client service. The firm seeks to maintain its commitment to excellence and recognizes that increasing the diversity of its people and ensuring an inclusive environment supports this objective.
Associate Lawyer
JSS Barristers is a well-established and respected litigation law firm in Calgary, Alberta. We are currently inviting applications for a junior associate position. The ideal candidate will have 2 - 4 years of experience, be a member of the Alberta Bar, and have a strong academic record.
JSS Barristers offers competitive salaries and benefits, a supportive work environment, and emphasizes professional development.
JSS Barristers is proud of our collegial environment, and we strive to offer a culture of inclusivity, diversity and equal opportunity. Our firm is an advocate for equity and is committed to ensuring its community is diverse and inclusive. We welcome applications from members of racialized minorities, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and all those with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities and contribute to our firm’s excellence and client service. Our firm seeks to maintain its commitment to excellence and recognizes that increasing the diversity of its people and ensuring an inclusive environment supports this objective.
Interested applicants are encouraged to send their cover letter, CV, and law school transcripts to careers@jssbarristers.ca before September 30, 2025.
Any applicants requiring accommodation during the application process should contact our HR Manager, Erin Skogman (skogmane@jssbarristers.ca).
Marketing
There are currently no marketing opportunities at JSS Barristers. However, we are always interested in hearing from outstanding candidates. Please email Erin Skogman, HR Manager, at skogmane@jssbarristers.ca.
Office Services
There are currently no office services opportunities at JSS Barristers. However, we are always interested in hearing from outstanding candidates. Please email Erin Skogman, HR Manager, at skogmane@jssbarristers.ca.
Legal Assistants / Paralegals
We are currently seeking a full-time Litigation Assistant. Our ideal candidate is a team player with a strong work ethic and a good sense of humour, who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively, while managing deadlines and adapting to shifting priorities. Assistants report directly to the Human Resources Manager, take direction from two or more lawyers, and may also provide support to other assistants as needed.
The successful candidate will take ownership of assigned projects and demonstrate strong time management and communication skills. Responsibilities include drafting correspondence and legal documents using firm-approved precedents or from dictation, handwritten, or other notes. File maintenance is a key part of the role and may involve daily filing, file organization, opening and closing files, maintaining client file lists, and tracking limitations, follow-up dates, and general file activity. Additional duties include handling incoming and outgoing mail, responding to client inquiries, and performing general administrative tasks such as time entry and bill preparation.
Candidates should have a minimum of two years of related experience and a diploma or certificate from a recognized legal assistant program, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience with NetDocs, Soluno, Intapp, and ACL would be considered an asset.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Interested applicants are encouraged to send their send their résumés to Erin Skogman, Human Resources Manager, at skogmane@jssbarristers.ca by October 31, 2025.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those requiring accommodation due to a disability or other protected grounds. Those requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are invited to contact Erin to discuss their needs.
Articling Students
There are currently no articling opportunities at JSS Barristers for 2026 / 2027.