Real estate lawyer Jobs in Halifax, NS

Are you an experienced litigator with a passion for law and a desire to contribute to diverse, impactful legal matters? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and growing firm that values both personal and professional development?

McInnes Cooper is currently seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join our thriving team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your legal career while leveraging your expertise to handle various interesting and sophisticated matters. The litigation and insurance practice groups provide services in all areas, including property and casualty, commercial lines, and policy interpretation. Lawyers in these groups regularly appear at all levels of court in the Atlantic Provinces, as well as in the Federal Court and the Supreme Court of Canada. The team also represents clients in administrative and regulatory tribunals, arbitrations, and mediations.

As a Litigation Lawyer, you will be responsible for :

• Managing your own files and working alongside other litigation team members;
• Providing legal services across a broad range of areas, including general / civil litigation, commercial litigation, estate litigation, insurance defense, and construction / engineering litigation;
• Communicating effectively with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel to ensure positive outcomes;
• Analyzing complex legal issues and offering strategic advice; and,
• Representing clients in court, at hearings, and in negotiations.

The successful candidate will possess the following skill set :

We also recognize the importance of integrating work and life, which is why we offer a range of benefits designed to support our team, including :

McInnes Cooper is committed to building an environment that is diverse and inclusive, representative of the communities in which we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through our online application process.

As part of the recruitment process, MC will provide accommodation(s) to candidates with disabilities. If you require an accommodation(s) to participate in the recruitment process with us, please contact Alana Burgess at [email protected] or 902.455.8260.

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