Welcome to Nixon Wenger LLP

Careers

Careers

Nixon Wenger LLP is one of the largest, fastest growing law firms in the Okanagan Valley, based in Vernon, British Columbia.  We offer employees a positive working environment with competitive salaries, group benefits including employer matched RRSP program.

Our success as one of the Okanagan’s leading law firms is attributed to the outstanding customer service and effectiveness of our Partners, Associates and Staff.  We are committed to providing legal services within a workplace environment that values and promotes the sharing of knowledge and perspectives among our employees.  We support the development of your career because we thrive on the collective success of each individual.

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Support Staff Opportunities

Come join our team! The beautiful Okanagan Valley is consistently voted as one of the ‘Best Places to Work in BC’ with a thriving business community and an unmatched quality of life. We offer employees a positive working environment and encourage a balanced lifestyle. In addition to a competitive salary & vacation, we offer a benefits program which includes paid personal days, wellness initiatives, health & dental benefits, group RRSP & TFSA plan with matching contribution, social committee with firm sponsored social events, and professional development assistance.

Don’t miss out on these amazing opportunities. Please submit your resume.

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Testimonials

I’ve worked at four law firms over 7 years, and Nixon Wenger is the best-managed in my experience. From the beginning, they made it clear that I was a valued employee, and the HR team is always available and willing to put into action any ideas employees have. The pay is competitive with Vancouver law firms, and they’re starting a remote work initiative, which makes it possible for people outside of Vernon to seek employment here.

I worked at Nixon Wenger as a summer student during the summer of 2022. I could tell from my first day that the work environment at the firm was top-tier. Every interaction I had was extremely positive. All the lawyers, legal assistants, and paralegals I had the pleasure of working with were incredibly kind and helpful, and the work was very exciting. If you are interested in practicing law or work as part of a growing and prestigious law firm in the interior of BC, I cannot recommend applying for an open position at Nixon Wenger enough.

I have been working at Nixon Wenger LLP since May of 2022. I work in the Family Department as a remote Paralegal and feel like I am truly part of a team. Having such kind and supportive colleagues makes working an enjoyable experience. It is easy to love your job when you are treated equally, with respect, and when you are shown daily that your opinion matters.  My training and onboarding at Nixon Wenger LLP exceeded my expectations and I was extremely thankful for the amount of resources I was given. I look forward to spending more time at Nixon Wenger LLP!

I worked at Nixon Wenger for 8 months before starting law school. I worked with the Personal Injury and Family departments, and had a fantastic experience both professionally and personally.The training offered at Nixon Wenger is exceptional. I had no experience working in law prior to this role, but the firm trained me step by step and helped me understand both everyday tasks and their wider implications. Furthermore, Nixon Wenger has a great library of legal resources alongside an extensive collection of department specific precedent forms and checklists.Overall, I would highly recommend Nixon Wenger to anyone pursing a legal career.

Lawyers

Our success as one of the Okanagan’s leading law firms is attributed to the outstanding customer service and effectiveness of our Partners, Associates and Staff.  We are committed to providing legal services within a workplace environment that values and promotes the sharing of knowledge and perspectives among our employees.  We support the development of your career because we thrive on the collective success of each individual.

The beautiful Okanagan Valley is consistently voted as one of the Best Places to Work in BC with a thriving business community and an unmatched quality of life.  Residents and visitors enjoy a mild climate with minimal rainfall, and it’s a perfect location for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts, with endless mountain and lake activities, great wineries, orchards, and first class golf courses.

The lawyers at Nixon Wenger could work anywhere, but chose to practice where they can thrive both professionally and personally. Come join our team!

Now Hiring: Litigation Lawyer We have over 20 lawyers providing a full range of services supporting our community. Are you a lawyer with practice experience in Family Law? Have you considered a move to the beautiful Okanagan Valley. We have an excellent opportunity to grow your career. You will have access to strong mentorship, high quality work and the ability to grow toward an established partnership track.

Now Hiring: Family Law Lawyers, Litigation Lawyers, and Solicitors

Use the contact form on this page to receive more information about our company and the positions available. Send us your resume via our online Application Form.


Family Law Lawyer

Nixon Wenger currently has an opportunity for a lawyer with 2+ years experience in family litigation. You will have access to strong mentorship, high quality work, and the ability to grow toward an established partnership track.

Associate Lawyer: Civil Litigation

Nixon Wenger currently has an opportunity for an associate lawyer with 2+ years experience in civil litigation. You will have access to strong mentorship, high quality work, and the ability to grow toward an established partnership track.

Associate Lawyer: Solicitor Practice

Nixon Wenger currently has an opportunity for an associate lawyer with 2+ years experience in business law. You will have access to strong mentorship, high quality work, and the ability to grow toward an established partnership track.

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Nixon Wenger is a leading regional full-service law firm located in the Okanagan, serving clients’ business and litigation needs.  We have over 20 lawyers providing a full range of services supporting our community, and we are looking to further grow our family litigation practice group.

If you are an associate with practice experience in family law, and are considering a move to the beautiful Okanagan Valley, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.  You will have access to strong mentorship, high quality work, and the ability to grow toward an established partnership track.

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Testimonials

I’ve been a solicitor at Nixon Wenger since September 2020. The focus on collaboration, mentorship, and high-quality legal work makes it an excellent place to work (and to continue to grow and learn as a lawyer). We’re also lucky to have a very supportive, respectful, and collegial team, which has made the move here a highly positive one.

The team at Nixon Wenger has been wonderful from day one. Having moved from Alberta, I was provided with all the tools and support necessary to allow me to succeed, and I continue to have the benefit of strong mentors and helpful colleagues. There is an expectation of hard work and excellence, and this is attainable because the firm provides all the tools and resources necessary to achieve excellence. It is no surprise that Nixon Wenger is a leading firm in the Okanagan.

Nixon Wenger and Vernon in general provides all the perks of working in a larger city – high-end and challenging work, knowledgeable and experienced staff, and a thriving downtown – along with the perks of working in a smaller centre such as an affordable lifestyle, a collegial bar, and being minutes away from great hiking, ski hills, and mountain biking. I joined Nixon Wenger after practicing in the Lower Mainland, and it has provided me with the work, mentorship, and support required to be the best lawyer I can be

The team at Nixon Wenger has been wonderful from day one. Having moved from Alberta, I was provided with all the tools and support necessary to allow me to succeed, and I continue to have the benefit of strong mentors and helpful colleagues. There is an expectation of hard work and excellence, and this is attainable because the firm provides all the tools and resources necessary to achieve excellence. It is no surprise that Nixon Wenger is a leading firm in the Okanagan.

I’ve been a solicitor at Nixon Wenger since September 2020. The focus on collaboration, mentorship, and high-quality legal work makes it an excellent place to work (and to continue to grow and learn as a lawyer). We’re also lucky to have a very supportive, respectful, and collegial team, which has made the move here a highly positive one.

Nixon Wenger and Vernon in general provides all the perks of working in a larger city – high-end and challenging work, knowledgeable and experienced staff, and a thriving downtown – along with the perks of working in a smaller centre such as an affordable lifestyle, a collegial bar, and being minutes away from great hiking, ski hills, and mountain biking. I joined Nixon Wenger after practicing in the Lower Mainland, and it has provided me with the work, mentorship, and support required to be the best lawyer I can be

Articling Students

Nixon Wenger LLP provides an articling program which is a comprehensive introduction to the practice of law.

We typically look for applicants who have a good academic background, strong interpersonal skills, and whom we feel would be a solid asset to the firm not only as a student but as a future associate and partner.

As a student, you will be assigned one partner who will act as a principal throughout your articles, and you will also be assigned an associate “buddy” to whom you can turn for help or advice at any time.  There is no formal rotation system.  Instead, you can expect to receive instructions directly from lawyers in any of our practice areas.  We will, however, ensure that your articles will be well-rounded and that you are provided with exposure to a variety of barrister’s and solicitor’s work.

Applications should be received approximately one year in advance of the start of articles (i.e. we recommend applying once second-year grades are available).  Please include transcripts with all applications.

For more information regarding articling, view the Law Society website.

If you are interested in applying to Nixon Wenger LLP, please apply here.

Working in the Okanagan:

the Perfect Balance of Life & Law

  • FIRM CULTURE
    • Team-based collaboration
    • Strong mentorship & support
    • Work/life balance
    • Equal opportunity employer
    • Community-focused
  • LIFESTYLE
    • Flexible work arrangements
    • Access to world-class recreation
    • More affordable cost of living
    • Short commute times
    • 35 minutes door-to-door to
      Kelowna International Airport
    • Rapidly growing community
    • Perfect place to raise a family
    • Vibrant arts & culture scene
  • QUALITY WORK
    • The Okanagan’s leading full-service firm
    • Multinational client base
    • Opportunities for courtroom experience
    • Involvement in complex transactional work
    • Opportunities to manage files independently
    • Distinguished alumni and judges

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