Oatley, Vigmond is committed to excellence, not only in the quality of legal work performed, but also in all elements that make up legal service. These elements include: professional staff who understand that clients are our only reason for being, lawyers who use the law as a tool to solve client issues and a culture where we all work as part of the client service team.

We want to help you achieve your own career goals within a professional environment that respects each member of the team. We offer challenging and interesting work, competitive compensation, excellent benefits and a culture of learning, growing and success for individuals and the firm.

Do you have what we seek?
Every position we post requires its own specific skills and talents. In addition we want self-starters who are at the top or aiming for the top of their chosen field. We want individuals who view responsiveness, accuracy, thoroughness and teamwork as 'must haves' for their success. We want people who are going forward with purpose, intelligence and professionalism. Most of all, we want people who understand that we exist only to serve our clients and that clients turn to us for our reputation, sensitivity, confidentiality and success at solving their problems.
 
What our staff says about us...
Being part of such a successful team...it gives me a sense of pride and accomplishment.

The thing I most appreciate … is the free sharing of talents and knowledge. I think our greatest resource is the diversity of experience and knowledge of our co-workers and I very much appreciate the willingness of everyone to openly share with each other any material or idea that may be of assistance to another person…

Christmas turkeys, the Christmas party, two courses a year, etc. are all examples of what the firm does for us that goes beyond what is required. We are all grateful for these … expressions of appreciation.'
Very nice people to work with, lawyers and staff. Clean and modern office with up-to-date computer systems. Cake and other goodies throughout the year also add to the 'family/team' atmosphere at Oatley, Vigmond.

Thank you’s’ abound from the Partners.

The partners are open to ideas and suggestions, many of which … are implemented. This definitely contributes to a positive morale.
It is not the free coffee, hot chocolate and tea. It is not about the up-to-date technological equipment. That's the gravy. It is about the people.

The support received from my co-workers. The friendships developed over the years. The encouragement, patience and genuine appreciation received from my employer.

As the firm gets larger the partners’ heads do not! 

… the partners treat their employees with professionalism and allow us room to grow and obtain as much responsibility as we are capable of having.

We have a reputation as being one of the top personal injury firms in all of Ontario. I am proud to be part of such a great firm.
 
Career Opportunities

Personal Injury Associate

We require a lawyer with one to three years' experience in personal injury litigation to work with Roger Oatley and his team of plaintiffs' lawyers in our Barrie office. The successful candidate will have an outstanding record of academic and general achievement and will have demonstrated a strong work ethic, ability to work within a team environment, demonstrated proficiency with various computer applications, and highly developed people skills.

If you meet these qualifications and are interesting in joining our firm please apply in writing to Sharon Thorn at 151 Ferris Lane, Suite 200, Barrie, ON, L4M 6C1 or by fax at (705) 726-2132 or by email at sthorn@oatleyvigmond.com.

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