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Stewart McKelvey is an innovative, client-driven law firm committed to providing the highest quality of ethical legal services, earning clients' trust and striving to meet and exceed expectations. The firm invests in its people, technology and its business to ensure the continued delivery of the quality service that clients have come to expect from the firm. Stewart McKelvey has earned a reputation as a leader in the profession and a supporter of the communities in which we live and work. Our forward thinking perspective results in outperforming expectations. As a firm, we value diversity and are committed to providing a workplace that fosters a culture of awareness, appreciation and respect. It is our mission to promote diversity and inclusion throughout the firm, to support the diversity initiatives of our clients, and to encourage greater inclusion in our communities through sponsorships and support. It is our belief that diversity and inclusion enhances the delivery of legal services to our clients through the respected and valued input of diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. Stewart McKelvey requires the skills and talents of a broad range of staff to meet its objectives. We offer full time permanent staff a challenging and progressive environment with a competitive compensation and group benefits package. We are currently seeking a Group Support Legal Assistant to join our team based in our Charlottetown, PE office. * Start Date: August, 2019 Type of Position: Full Time, Contract (Until October 2020) Close Date : Sunday, July 14, 2019 Position Summary: To provide high quality legal administrative support and assist in managing the practices of lawyers within various departments. Candidate Profile: Maintains high level of confidentiality; The ability to provide logistical support for projects; Strong organizational and time management skills; The ability to manage multiple calendars; The ability to take initiative; Excellent legal and administrative skills with the ability to multi-task; Excellent attention to detail and superior proofreading skills; Above average word processing skills, particularly in Microsoft Word; The ability to deal effectively with clients and have excellent written and oral communication skills; The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships; The willingness and ability to co-ordinate and assist with guidance to junior lawyers and law students; Must be willing to work flexible hours when required; Successful completion of a legal assistant, paralegal services or administrative program at the post-secondary level is preferred; and Prior work experience as a legal assistant or paralegal would be considered an asset. Interested Candidates: To learn more about Stewart McKelvey please visit our website at www.stewartmckelvey.com . We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All candidates who are interviewed will be requested to complete a Predictive Index. Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check. No agencies please.

Cox & Palmer is currently seeking an experienced Property Paralegal to join the firm’s Charlottetown Office. The successful candidate will have a Paralegal or Legal Administration diploma or other related education, with two or more years of experience working as a property paralegal. Cox & Palmer is a full -service, top- ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with knowledge and experience clients rely on for solid legal solutions. The fir m 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 .

Qualified candidates who are interested in this position should send a covering letter and resume to: Ella Kelly Human Resources Manager Cox & Palmer Suite 600 97 Queen Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4A9 Direct: (902) 629 3920 ekelly@coxandpalmer.com Lawyer – Family Law Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Cox & Palmer is currently seeking a lawyer to join the firm’s growing family law practice group. The successful candidate should have two or more years of experience post-call (but could have significantly more), with direct experience in family law matters. While the role is family law focused, the lawyer will be free to compl e ment his/her practice with additional areas of law

Lawyer – Labour, Employment & Administrative Law Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Cox & Palmer is currently seeking lawyer to join the firm’s growing labour, employment and administrative law practice group. The successful candidate should have four or more years of experience post-call (but could have significantly more), with direct experience in labour, employment and administrative law matters. This is a partnership track position. Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with knowledge and experience clients rely on 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.

Competition Number 134907-1018JPPI Available Positions FULL-TIME EXCLUDED POSITION Locations Charlottetown Department Justice and Public Safety Closing Date 2018-10-24 17:00:00 Salary $48.73 - $60.91 per hour (25S Excluded) Duties Bi-Weekly Hours:    75.0 hours bi-weekly (Commencing Immediately) Reporting to the Director of Family Law and Court Services, the Solicitor & Legal and Policy Advisor  provides leadership in the delivery of reliable, accurate, timely and well-informed advice to the Division of Family Law and Court Services on legal and policy issues and the potential legal and policy implications of legislative, policy, programs, initiatives and projects within the Division. Duties include: -  Analyzing, developing and implementing new, or modified Divisional legislation, policies, programs and processes within the Division’s Sections: Court Administration, Office of the Public Guardian, Public Trustee     and Official Guardian and Family Law; - Reviewing Divisional materials related to Bills (responses to Standing Committee correspondence; line-by-line summaries; Q&A documents; introductory statements, etc) and providing summaries and recommendations to the     Director of Family Law and Court Services; -  Providing leadership and guidance relating to Divisional legislative and policy matters, including the identification of necessary amendments to Acts, Regulations and Rules of Civil Procedure; -  Monitoring Divisional program operations to ensure that policies and procedures are reviewed and meeting  operational realities, goals and objectives; -  Responding to client incidents and/or complaints on behalf of the Director of Family Law and Court Services where directed; -  Providing mentorship, support and professional development to Family Law Section staff that are responsible for providing client focused services to assigned sites and functional areas; -  Act as the Legal Advisor to the Family Law, Court Administration, and Public Guardian & Trustee sections  within the division; -  Overseeing provincial leadership of Federal/Provincial/Territorial relations that impact the Division of Family Law and Court Services; and, - Other duties as required. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: -  Must have a law degree and be a member of, or eligible for membership, with the Prince Edward Island Bar Law     Society supplemented by extensive experience as a practicing lawyer, preferably in government or in the area of     public law. -  Extensive experience in the provision of legal advice in relation to family law and court administration. -  Extensive experience in developing and amending legislation and policies and specific legal experience related to     the interpretation of legislation and policy. -  Considerable supervisory experience and excellent writing and analytical skills are required. -  Must have the ability to interpret and apply provisions of complex legislation. -  Strong investigative skills, time management and organizational skills are required. -  A proven ability to develop good working relations with external organizations and agencies. -  Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Vizio, Adobe Pro and Groupwise. Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results.  

Stewart McKelvey is an innovative, client-driven law firm committed to providing the highest quality of ethical legal services, earning clients' trust and striving to always exceed expectations. The Firm invests in its people, technology and its business to ensure the continued delivery the quality service that clients have come to expect from the firm. As a Firm, we value diversity and are committed to providing a workplace that fosters a culture of awareness, appreciation and respect. It is our mission to promote diversity and inclusion throughout the firm, to support the diversity initiatives of our clients, and to encourage greater inclusion in our communities through sponsorships and support. Stewart McKelvey is looking for an Associate Lawyer to join our team to work with our corporate group in our Charlottetown, PE office. The ideal candidate will have three to six years of experience primarily focused on corporate commercial matters, including real property matters. Candidates with strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as demonstrated transactional experience will be given preference. Applicants should outline their specific transactional or other experience. This is a partnership track role and, as such, candidates must actively participate in client development and corporate social responsibility initiatives. Stewart McKelvey takes pride in providing exceptional service to our clients and our ability to offer Associates challenging legal work often found only in larger legal markets. We offer a collegial work environment, unsurpassed technical support and professional development opportunities, a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work with some of Atlantic Canada's leading corporate lawyers. Interested applicants must be a member in good standing with a Canadian Law Society and should provide a resume and cover letter, including, as noted, details on the type of experience the applicant offers by October 12, 2018 . If you have specific questions about this role, please contact Susan Hayes at shayes@stewartmckelvey.com or 902.490.8574. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.