Why join us?
The Opportunity
We are seeking a talented and motivated mid‑level Litigation Associate (5+ year of call) to join our Alberta team, with a primary focus on bodily injury and motor vehicle accident defence. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a litigation practice within a well‑established insurance defence group while receiving hands‑on mentorship and increasing responsibility.
Application Process
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please combine your resume and cover letter into a single document, addressed to Danna Marks, Director, Associate & Student Programs, and upload it through the link provided.
Responsibilities
- Managing insurance defence files through all stages of litigation, including carriage of bodily injury and MVA matters
- Conducting discoveries, mediations, and chambers applications with a high degree of independence
- Working closely with senior counsel on complex, high‑exposure, or high‑profile matters
- Providing strategic advice to insurer clients and maintaining strong reporting and file management standards
- Contributing to business development initiatives and supporting the continued growth of the practice
- Meeting billable and non‑billable expectations in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented defence practice
What will help you succeed in this role?
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will have:
- 5+ years of post‑call civil litigation experience, with demonstrated experience in bodily injury and MVA defence
- Experience acting for insurers and insureds in a busy defence practice
- Familiarity with Alberta Rules of Court and litigation procedures
- Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills, paired with sound professional judgment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a client‑focused and service‑oriented approach
- The ability to manage files independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Experience with complex loss or coverage issues is considered an asset but is not required.
What we offer
DWF offers a competitive and people‑first total rewards package, including:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and long‑term disability coverage
- A wellness and fitness allowance, along with access to a variety of health and wellbeing programs
- Flexible work arrangement options to support work‑life balance
- Meaningful mentorship, professional development, and advancement opportunities within a global firm platform
Diversity & Inclusion
DWF is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
About us
DWF (formerly Whitelaw Twining) is a leading global law firm with a strong litigation focus and offices across Canada, including Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Montréal. Our Canadian team is recognized as an industry leader in insurance defence, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury, and alternative dispute resolution.
As part of our continued growth and commitment to delivering exceptional client service in a global market, Whitelaw Twining fully integrated into the DWF Group in 2025. The DWF Group is a provider of integrated legal and business services, with approximately 4,000 employees worldwide, delivering solutions that combine traditional legal services with innovative legal operations and business services designed to meet the evolving needs of modern organizations.
While we serve national and international clients, we pride ourselves on maintaining the collegiality, mentorship, and accessibility of a smaller firm environment. We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where lawyers are supported in developing their practices, encouraged to take initiative, and empowered to build long‑term careers aligned with their professional interests. DWF is proud of its strong mentorship, professional development programs, and commitment to community engagement.
