Welcome To Gates Law - Applying For The Associate Lawyer Position

Are you an experienced lawyer feeling stuck in a system that values billable hours over people? What if you could have a position with more purpose and freedom, and the ability to choose your own clients, schedule, income, and future?

Gates Law, a well-established, client-focused boutique law firm, is looking for an experienced (3+ years) Associate Lawyer seeking something more than just a job and a paycheque. We’re looking for someone with a servant’s heart, an entrepreneurial mindset, and long-term vision – someone who wants to become a partner and eventually take over the firm.

About Us

At Gates Law, we believe in people over profit. For decades, we’ve built an incredibly loyal client base by delivering exceptional service with integrity, compassion, and results. We are a small but mighty team, with support staff who have been with us for 18–20 years. We operate more like a family than a firm, and we treat our clients the same way.

Our clients come to us because they trust us. They expect, and always receive, honest guidance during life’s hardest moments. We don’t chase billable targets, we do what’s right for the client.

About You

We’re looking for an Associate Lawyer who:

• Has 3+ years of legal experience
• Is currently working at a mid-to-large firm but craving more autonomy, purpose, and control of their career
• Wants to build a practice aligned with their passions and strengths
• Thrives in an exceptionally fast-paced environment
• Is interested in becoming a partner and future leader of the firm
• Embraces the entrepreneurial side of law – business development, team leadership, and client relationship building
• Can work independently and thrives without micromanagement
• Is internally motivated, organized, and process-driven
• Believes in being of genuine service to others

About the Role

In this role, you would:

• Build and manage your own client base in your preferred area(s) of practice
• Handle client files from start to finish with autonomy and care
• Help maintain and strengthen our culture of client-first service
• Follow established firm systems and processes to deliver consistent, top-tier legal service
• Contribute to the growth and evolution of the firm, ideally stepping into a partnership and succession track
• Collaborate with our small, close-knit team in a fast-paced but supportive environment

Why Gates Law?

• No billable targets – You set your pace and focus on what matters most: the client.
• Autonomy & Flexibility – Choose your clients, your files, and your schedule.
• Hands-off leadership – Work independently, with support when needed—not micromanagement.
• Legacy opportunity – Be part of a firm that values long-term relationships and is open to leadership transition.
• Deep community roots – Serve real people with real problems in a firm that has earned their trust for generations.
• Supportive team culture – Our staff is loyal, experienced, and committed to keeping clients happy.

You Might Be a Great Fit If:

• You care deeply about people and want to make a meaningful impact
• You’re tired of the grind and pressure of the big firm world
• You’re comfortable building something instead of inheriting everything
• You enjoy having ownership over your work, your time, and your future
• You value honesty, responsiveness, and doing what’s right for the client, even when it takes longer or pays less

If you’re ready to trade the corporate ladder for a meaningful career and the grind for a purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

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