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Join a team dedicated to delivering outstanding client service.Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.WHAT WE OFFERMentorship 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; andEQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIONWe 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.Litigation Associate Lawyer | Halifax, NSJoin a team dedicated to delivering outstanding client service.Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.WHAT WE OFFERMentorship 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; andFlexible work arrangements.EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIONWe 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.SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible 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.SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSThree + 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; andDemonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset is an asset.APPLYCandidates 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.Jillian Gorbold, Director of Professional TalentNova Centre South Tower1500 1625 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 0E8Direct (902) thank all candidates for their interest in Cox & Palmer; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.APPLY NOWShareCox & Palmer is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).We are seeking a permanent, full-time experiencedLitigation Paralegalto join our Halifax office to provide litigation paralegal services to theLitigation Practice Group. #J-18808-Ljbffr