Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and

experience clients rely on for solid legal solutions.

Our Halifax office is currently seeking an Associate Lawyer to join our litigation practice group.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Mentorship in a friendly and welcoming environment;
• Work in an interesting, rewarding, and ever-changing area of the law;
• An inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and equitable opportunities;
• Competitive compensation and benefits package;
• Working with highly skilled support staff; and
• Flexible work arrangements.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as women, visible minorities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community/people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Applicants from these equity-priority groups may self-identify in their application.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for a variety of litigation files assigned by the responsible lawyers in insurance defense and commercial litigation.
• Draft pleadings, affidavits, motions, conference briefs, and other documents as required.
• Ability to work on a variety of litigation matters and gain courtroom exposure including attendance at motions, examinations and other court hearings.
• Opportunity to learn and grow within a diverse litigation group.

THE IDEAL CANIDATE

• Three + years of relevant work experience;
• Strong analytical, research, writing, negotiation, communication and drafting skills;
• Self-motivated and can work independently but also values working collaboratively;
• Proven effective litigation, client and practice management skills; and
• Demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset is an asset.

Candidates must be a member in good standing with a Canadian Law Society and should submit a resume and covering letter detailing relevant practice experience to:

Jillian Gorbold, Director of Professional Talent

Nova Centre - South Tower

1500 - 1625 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 0E8

Direct (902) 491-3026

[email protected]