ABOUT US
Mack Law Corporation is in the process of forming Lafond & Mack Law Group LLP (LMLG*), an Indigenous-owned and operated law group. Partners Leah Mack and Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond (Aki-Kwe), together with their fellow associates and staff, work to provide thoughtful, practical, and clear legal advice to First Nation communities, individuals, and organizations in British Columbia and across Canada. We are passionate about cultural safety and humility, and strongly believe in justice and fairness. Our varied skills and backgrounds have allowed us to form a close-knit group that works hard to deliver the best advice, options, and tools for our clients. We strive to use Canadian and Indigenous legal methods and approaches to promote long term change with practice shifts for better services, supports, and alignments of outcomes with First Nation rights and title.
Our primary office is located on unceded W̱SÁNEĆ land, with a satellite office at Snuneymuxw First Nation. We acknowledge the W̱JOȽEȽP First Nation and Snuneymuxw First Nation, both Douglas Treaty Nations.
PROFILE
Our firm is currently seeking a motivated Associate Lawyer to join us in providing advice to our clients engaging in governance and Indigenous law making, specifically in the areas of law and policy drafting, negotiating corporate-Indigenous agreements, governance capacity and transitions from Indian Act governance to self-determined governance (experience in child & family services would be advantageous but not necessary). Our work includes supporting First Nations with Treaties, as well as those with no agreements with the Crown.
This is an excellent opportunity to grow your practice while working with a team of experienced and friendly colleagues, while effecting positive change with First Nations communities and citizens.
QUALIFICATIONS
- LLB/JD with experience in Aboriginal / Indigenous law
- Preference may be given to applicants with more experience, but we encourage all interested applicants with at least 3 years of experience to apply
- Proven track record of advocating for Indigenous peoples, supporting people in vulnerable circumstances, and understanding of the impact of colonial laws and policies on Indigenous peoples
- Be a member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia (or other Canadian law societies)
- Travel requirement: In order to provide our best services to our clients across Canada, we often need to travel to their communities. As such, associates should expect to travel as needed
ADDITIONAL ASSETS
- Preference will be given to candidates with additional general expertise in the areas of First Nation rights, governance, elections, land use planning, territorial and marine defence, and housing.
- Preference will also be given to Indigenous applicants who self-identify. Our office is located on reserve.
Our firm recognizes diversity as a source of strength and celebrates inclusivity. We value every person as a unique individual, and we are committed to building a culture of equity and respect within our firm. We are honoured to receive applications from individuals of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the process, please let us know. We provide health & dental benefits/RRSP matching to our employees and are open to considering remote employment for the right candidate.
If you think you are the right fit for this opportunity, please send your CV in confidence to:
Janna Kucharsky
While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Note that a written component of the interview will be part of the application process if your application is screened for review.
*Please note that Mack Law Corporation is in the process of becoming Lafond & Mack Law Group LLP. As a result, our website details for the new firm will be updated shortly. In the interim, you can find out more about us here. If you have any questions about this transition, please contact Leah Mack.