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Job description: Job Summary The Central Alberta Community Legal Clinic is seeking a thoughtful, compassionate, and motivated lawyer to join our team as a Staff Lawyer. This role is ideal for someone who values access to justice, community-based lawyering, and a more balanced, flexible approach to legal practice than the traditional firm model. This is not a high-pressure billable-hours environment. It is a place where you can practice law thoughtfully, build meaningful client relationships, and develop your skills across multiple areas of law while still having a life outside of work. What Youll Do As a Staff Lawyer, you will provide legal assistance to individuals facing legal and financial barriers across Central Alberta. Your work may include: Providing legal advice, brief services, limited-scope assistance, and representation where appropriate, in accordance with the Clinics mandate Supporting clients through advice clinics, follow-up services, and referrals in a respectful and trauma-informed manner Managing a diverse caseload with autonomy and professional judgment over how files are handled Maintaining clear, accurate, and organized file documentation Recording time and activities in line with Clinic and funder requirements (no billable targets) Participating in outreach initiatives and public legal education as needed Working collaboratively with a supportive team of lawyers, staff, volunteers, and community partners Contributing ideas to improve clinic services, processes, and overall client experience What Makes This Role Different Working at the Clinic offers a style of practice that many lawyers find refreshing: Exposure to multiple practice areas rather than a narrow specialty The ability to decline matters that fall outside your capacity or comfort level A collegial, relaxed, and non-hierarchical work environment Strong professional relationships with local firms, creating informal mentorship and referral opportunities Meaningful client impact without the constant pressure of firm economics This role is particularly well-suited to early-career lawyers looking to gain broad experience, as well as mid-career lawyers seeking a more sustainable and values-aligned practice. What Were Looking For Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta Experience or a genuine interest in one or more of the following areas: family law, civil litigation, wills and estates Experience in employment law is an asset Strong organizational and time-management skills A client-centred, culturally competent, and trauma-informed approach to practice Comfort working independently while also being part of a collaborative team Experience with clinic-based practice, outreach, or public legal education is an asset Knowledge of Central Alberta community resources is an asset Proficiency in an additional language is an asset Why Work With Us Fixed work hours that support real worklife balance Comprehensive benefits package and RSP matching Generous time off, including 15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and paid holidays Supportive and approachable leadership Friendly, easygoing workplace culture Centrally located Red Deer office with covered underground parking The opportunity to make a tangible difference in peoples lives without burning out Salary will be negotiated based on experience and qualifications. If you are looking for meaningful legal work, professional autonomy, and a healthier pace of practice, we would love to hear from you. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary range: $80,000 to $110,000 annually Benefits: Casual dress Extended health care Life insurance Mileage reimbursement On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Work from home Work Location: In person