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New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission Lawyer I-II (Criminal and Family Law services) Regular Fulltime Miramichi Open Competition The New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission is seeking a lawyer for the Miramichi regional office.  Working within the scope of the NBLASC, the successful candidate will handle criminal defense services and family law services (custody, access, child support, spousal support, and child security matters) in all levels of Court. Tasks may include preparation of affidavits and briefs, interview witnesses, meet with clients, attend court, research points of law, maintain good working relationships with members of the justice system, and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will have demonstrated competence in trial advocacy. The position also involves providing assistance to senior lawyers on complex cases as required. The successful candidate must possess some knowledge of the Rules of Court of New Brunswick and also of Federal and Provincial legislation such as the Criminal Code of Canada, Controlled Drugs and Substance Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act, the Legal Aid Act, Family Services Act , Interjurisdictional Support Orders Act , and other Federal statutes within the scope of services provided by NBLASC. Essential Qualifications: Bachelor of Law Degree; Membership in good standing or eligibility for membership with the Law Society of NB Completion of Articling Written and spoken competence in English (Please state your language capability). Candidates with less than 5.5 years of membership at the bar will typically be considered as Lawyer level I. Candidates with more than 5.5 years, but less than 10 years of membership at the bar will typically be considered as Lawyer level II. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Asset Qualifications: Written and spoken competence in French will be considered as a strong asset. High proficiency in office technology and MS Behavioral Competencies: Analytical Thinking/Judgment; Impact and Influence; Self-control/Stamina; Effective Interactive Communication; Flexibility; Client service orientation. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with skill level and experience: NBLASC Lawyer Series pay plan Level I-II $1,729 - $3,624 biweekly Applicants interested in this opportunity must send their resume to:

    Fredericton, NB, Canada     |   Legal    |   Experienced    |   Full-time    McInnes Cooper is currently seeking two (2) talented Corporate-Commercial lawyers to join its thriving corporate group in Fredericton, NB - one lawyer with 5-10 years of general corporate experience and one lawyer with 10-15 years of general corporate experience.  Qualifications   The successful candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to client service, have strong analytical, interpersonal, leadership and communication skills, and must possess a strong drive to succeed. This opportunity offers exposure to a wide variety of interesting and sophisticated matters, along with work / life balance in a beautiful, vibrant and family-friendly city.   Additional Information   At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative, professional environment with a member focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values, respects and supports different perspectives, cultures and experiences. We offer a highly competitive compensation package and benefits plan.

The Moncton office of Cox & Palmer is seeking a talented Associate Lawyer to join our Litigation team. At Cox & Palmer, we pride ourselves on a collegial working atmosphere and supportive team environment, and have achieved this by hiring self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service. Cox & Palmer is one of the largest full-service law firms in the Atlantic region and our clients are both businesses and individuals. We offer challenging work, a supportive work environment, full benefits package and salary commensurate with experience. We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package including: Health, dental, life and disability insurance Group RRSP Employer paid parking & professional membership fees Smartphone allowance Employee assistance program Annual health and fitness allowance Skills & Qualifications Interest in litigation based work Enriched analytical proficiency Advanced research skills Enhanced writing and drafting skills Strong work ethic Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced and challenging legal environment Entrepreneurial minded with an aptitude for business development Bilingualism is an asset Interested candidates should apply in confidence by February 21, 2018 with a covering letter and resume to: Carolyn Wong COO Cox & Palmer cwong@coxandpalmer.com We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Cox & Palmer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN) and Pride at Work Canada.

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly-skilled and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community. Cooke employs approximately 5,000 people around the world. We are seeking a corporate lawyer to join our legal team in our corporate offices in Saint John, NB. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, you are a highly collaborative and seasoned commercial lawyer who has practiced in a firm with a multitude of complex clients, or as an in-house counsel for a complex and global organization for a minimum of 5 years. You will provide legal counsel in areas of global acquisitions, negotiation, drafting and execution of complex agreements with a focus on the US, work closely with the executive to advise on issues such as regulatory, risk, and compliance and managing increasingly difficult regulatory requirements of multiple jurisdictions and multiple lines of business, in an environment where business needs are evolving quickly. You have the ability to manage within a constantly changing and dynamic environment and able to travel internationally on relatively short notice. Experience working internationally and/or fluency in Spanish would be considered assets for this role Please send your expression of interest to Maureen.millier@cookeaqua.com or call 506.639.9475 for a confidential discussion. Please quote competition number CC1106-CB when applying.

Our goal is to provide excellent and consistent service to our clients, as a result we are looking for a Paralegal who is aligned with our vision. The Paralegal will be responsible for providing support to clients in partnership with our legal team. Position Responsibilities: Handle complex insurance claims with the supervision of a lawyer; Assist lawyers throughout the litigation process and implement litigation plan; Assist with the preparation of legal documents; Assist clients with their insurance company, such as Section B benefits; Maintain good rapport with clients, listening and connecting with clients to ensure that needs are met; Prepare timely medical chronologies in various files; Upkeep synopsis in various files; Participate in drafting settlement demands, mediation briefs and preparation for trials. Position Requirements: 3 to 5 years of experience; Knowledge of accident benefit claims and general insurance principles is an asset; Bilingualism is an asset; Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills are required; Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office system is required; Organizational, time management, attention to detail and self-directed skills is required; Willingness to learn new concepts and fast learning abilities. Position Salary and other benefits $35,000.00 to $45,000.00 annually; Extended health and disability insurance plan available. Candidates can apply for the position by providing a Resumé and Cover Letter to jobs@fidelislaw.ca. Fidelis Law Droit is a boutique law firm focusing mainly in the area of civil litigation, personal injury and disability claims. We represent clients from all regions of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. Our team-oriented practice offers bilingual services to our clients. We strive to meet and exceed our client’s expectations

Litigation and Asset Recovery Paralegal   Fredericton, NB     |   Administrative and Clerical    |   Experienced    |   Full-time    Our Corporate & Business team is seeking a Litigation and Asset Recovery Paralegal to join in our Fredericton office. As part of the Litigation team you will support the Asset Recovery lawyers in the Fredericton office by independently managing all aspects of debt recovery matters. Responsibilities   As a Litigation Paralegal you will be responsible for: Preparing correspondence and legal documents related to insolvency, receiverships and general asset recovery matters Providing bankruptcy estate and receivership management support services including drafting and coordinating PPSA registrations of security and notices of judgment in the PPRS, preparing Proofs of Claim and bankruptcy estate related documentation, as well as, drafting and issuing demand letters File preparation and management, utilizing a bring forward system to monitor progress of all files including expiry of demand for payments, default of defence dates, and PPSA and Land Titles Registry judgment registration expirations File tracking and processing client payments, and follow up as required. Scheduling and set up of judgment debtor examinations Creating systems to track and coordinate recovery efforts Qualifications   The successful candidate will possess the following skill set: The ideal candidate will have a Paralegal or Legal Administration diploma or other related education, in addition to experience working in a legal support role Excel in a demanding, high-pace environment, be highly detail-oriented, and be flexible to changing priorities Exceptional technology skills, with proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office and legal billing systems Exceptional communication skills, a special focus on client service and the highest degree of professionalism Working in a team environment, the successful candidate will be strong team player and have high personal integrity Core Skills   Teamwork Detail oriented Priority Management Communication Microsoft Office Integrity Additional Information   At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative, professional environment with a member focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values, respects and supports different perspectives, cultures and experiences. This role offers an exceptional compensation package including a competitive salary, defined-benefit pension plan and Firm-paid health and dental benefits, Health Spending Account, Wellness Spending Account as well as Vacation, Personal & Sick Days.

Part-time Eastern College Inc., Moncton campus, is actively seeking a Paralegal or Lawyer interested in joining the campus team to teach within our Paralegal program. Primary Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of this position is to provide quality delivery of assigned courses within the Paralegal program, utilizing a variety of instruction strategies, techniques and delivery methods to meet the individual learning styles of the students, in a safe and civil learning environment. Instructors are responsible for teaching assigned courses in accordance with course competencies, taking daily attendance, and as required, grading class tests, assignments and exams. Qualifications: The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of related practical experience working as a Paralegal or Lawyer. Ideally you will have experience with matters in civil litigation, family law, wills and estates, real estate law, and/or corporate and commercial law. Proficiency in a variety of legal software programs is considered an asset. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Your professionalism combined with intermediate MS Office skills, superior communication and organizational skills will be essential to success in this role. Hours of Work: This is a part-time opportunity. Hours of work will either be 8am – 12pm (Noon), Monday to Friday. Start Date: The scheduled start for this opportunity is December 18, 2017. Please note the successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.