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We are seeking a corporate lawyer with a civil law degree from a Canadian university to join our Legal Services Centre (LSC) in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This role offers the successful candidate an opportunity to engage in challenging, important work in a flexible and collaborative setting. The ideal candidate will have a strong service orientation, excellent time management and organizational skills and superior attention to detail. We would be open to flexible work arrangements. The ideal candidate will: have at least two years of corporate experience at a top law firm; have a civil law degree and will be fluently bilingual; have strong technical, legal, analytical and drafting skills; have exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; have a high degree of professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to collaborate with colleagues and client personnel; have the ability to work independently and as a part of a team to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while working in a fast paced environment; have the ability to deal easily with ambiguity and change, including changing priorities and timelines; have the ability to work flexible hours when required to meet client demands; and be a member of good standing of a provincial bar and be willing to be called to the Ontario bar. Being called to the bar in Québec and having a common law degree would be an asset, but it not a requirement for the role. Interested candidates should forward their resume in confidence to Kimberly Sheldrake-Head. Please visit our website for more details on how to apply: https://www.torys.com/careers/legal-professionals/lawyers/current-opportunities At Torys, we are committed to diversity in the recruitment, retention and advancement of our people. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives enhances the quality of our work and enriches our lives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. If you require immediate accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact Kimberly Sheldrake-Head, Senior Manager, Professional Resources.

Justice     Solicitor 1-3, Term,   HALIFAX     Competition # 16405        About Us     The Legal Services Division of the Department of Justice is the government’s law office, responsible for the provision of all legal services (excluding prosecutions) to the Province of Nova Scotia.  As such, the lawyers in the Legal Services Division are accountable for providing legal services on a broad range of matters to the Government and many of its agencies, boards and commissions. The Legal Services Division consists of Solicitor Services, Litigation Services and the Registry of Regulations.          About Our Opportunity     The solicitor is responsible for providing effective and efficient legal counsel to the Government of Nova Scotia and its agencies, and to ensure that public affairs are administered in accordance with the law.  In this role, you will provide legal advice and opinions on matters of law and legal policy to senior government officials.   As a Solicitor, you will conduct research, prepare and review legal documents, and draft and interpret contracts, legislation and regulations. In this role, you will provide legal advice to the Crown.         About You     As our successful candidate you will:   Be a practicing member in good standing of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society (or eligible for practicing membership) Have a minimum of one year of practice experience   Your experience advising government departments or agencies would be considered an asset in this role, as would practice experience in one or more of the following areas: administrative law, family law, contracts law, constitutional law, enforcement of civil judgments, and legislative drafting and interpretation.   As our successful candidate, you will possess excellent research, analytical and organizational skills.  You will communicate effectively and persuasively, orally and in writing, and function with a minimum of supervision in a team environment.  You have demonstrated abilities to respond to client needs for quality legal services, to anticipate problems and to work effectively with your clients toward resolutions.  In addition, you are effective in demanding circumstances, you offer creative and innovative solutions to complex challenges, and use your flexibility to adapt and thrive in a continuously changing and demanding environment.    We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.         Other Considerations     This is a term position on the Justice/LAE/OAA Solicitor Services team.           Pay Grade:   MCL 29    Salary Range:   $3,639.00 - $5,800.00 Bi-Weekly        All current employees who wish to be considered an internal candidate, please click here .   Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.  The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.   Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.     We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.   For questions or concerns, please contact Competitions@novascotia.ca    

About Us The Public Prosecution Service is responsible for the prosecution of offences under the Criminal Code and Provincial Statutes and undertakes inquiries pursuant to the Fatality Investigations Act.   The Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service prosecutes charges laid under the Criminal Code and under Nova Scotia statutes such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act.   Cases are handled by lawyers called Crown Attorneys. About 80 Crown Attorneys across the province handle about 40,000 cases each year in Nova Scotia. About Our Opportunity Under the direction of two or more lawyers, the Legal Assistant provides high quality, specialized legal administrative assistance and file management support.   As our Legal Assistant, you will provide support to lawyers who are assigned files in areas of Crown law such as: administrative decision making, regulatory enforcement, government finance, privacy and information access.   This role requires strong secretarial/administrative skills, knowledge of legal terminology and specialized procedures pertaining to certain areas of law. You must be able to perform effectively under the pressures and strain of inflexible deadlines in a highly confidential office setting.   Duties include, but are not limited to: preparing correspondence, presentations and documents from handwritten material and dicta/digital dictation, organizing and maintaining files, answering phones, e-mails and responding to inquiries from internal and external clients and the public, scheduling meetings and booking boardrooms, mail duty, making travel arrangements and preparing travel expenses, occasional reception coverage and working in a team environment providing coverage for others within the division. About You You possess a certificate/diploma from a Paralegal Training program or Legal Assistant program, as well as 3 years related experience working in a legal practice. An acceptable combination of training and experience will be considered.   As our Legal Assistant, you are required to have experience and competency in an automated environment, with proficient and accurate transcription from handwritten or dicta methods and typing using the Microsoft suite or similar transferrable programs. The successful candidate will have knowledge of legal terminology and specialized procedures pertaining to criminal law, as well as experience using the STAR/STOR central file management system or other electronic file management systems.   While working under limited, and at times no direct supervision, you must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with various government agencies and individuals who are involved with the criminal justice system including police investigators, victims, witnesses, and accused persons.   As our successful candidate, you will demonstrate strong prioritization and organizational skills, and the ability to deal effectively in a multifaceted and stressful environment (often in confrontational and sensitive situations) while ensuring confidentiality is maintained. You combine speed with accuracy, giving attention to detail while working under pressure to meet deadlines. Our ideal candidate has the strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills required to deal effectively with individuals in all levels of government, private law firms and the public, as well as initiative, judgement, and problem-solving skills. Other Considerations Your knowledge of Provincial government departments and agencies and a working knowledge of the procedures associated with legal research and retrieval of relevant case law using electronic tools (e.g., Quicklaw, Westlaw, CanLII and/or legal libraries) are considered assets for this position.   We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Legal Assistant –Term until January 2020 By working to keep Nova Scotians safe, healthy, and on the job, and supporting them when their lives are impacted by workplace injury, WCB Nova Scotia is contributing to a safer, stronger province. We provide workplace injury insurance to approximately 19,500 employers and 335,000 workers across the province. Our vision is a Nova Scotia safe and secure from workplace injury. WCB Nova Scotia is consistently recognized as a top employer in Atlantic Canada and across Canada, including the national honour of being a Top 100 Employer and one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures. About the Role The WCB is seeking a service-oriented, adaptable individual with administrative experience to join our Legal Services Team. As a Legal Assistant, you deliver high-quality clerical and administrative support services to the Legal Services team. This may include legal work associated with third party, investigations, contracts, privacy, labour relations, and interjurisdictional matters. The specific duties of this role may include: scheduling and organizing meetings for legal counsel; creating agendas; compiling and distributing minutes; creating and maintaining filing systems (both paper and electronic); formatting reports; maintaining office supply inventory; as well as typing, transcribing and copying various legal correspondence. As an ideal candidate, you possess:  Graduation from an office administration program and a minimum of three years’ experience in an office environment.  Experience in a legal office environment would be an asset, as would experience working in a team environment. As safety champions, all employees are responsible for following safe work procedures; using personal protective and safety equipment as required; knowing and complying with all regulations; reporting any illness or injury immediately to their manager; reporting unsafe acts and unsafe conditions; and cooperating with occupational health and safety initiatives. We are a scent free environment. WCB champions safety and promotes a diverse and respectful workplace. We offer a competitive compensation package including a salary range of $36,792-45,942 Please email your resume and cover letter as one document with your name and the job title in the document title (Microsoft Word format) to hrdept@wcb.gov.ns.ca by 4 pm, November 20, 2018 In the subject line of your email, please quote competition number: JV 115-18 EXT Legal Assistant. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. The WCB is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting and developing our employees. For more information, visit our website at www.wcb.ns.ca.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is seeking a permanent Solicitor for the Solicitor Services Team. HRM Legal Services provides quality, cost effective, timely and accessible legal services to meet the needs of HRM through its Council, various departments, boards, commissions, and employees. This Solicitor would be a member of the Solicitor Services Team, reporting to a Team Lead and the Director, and would provide legal services to the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM). The Solicitor is responsible for providing legal advice and assistance to HRM staff conducting daily business and long-term planning for the HRM. The Solicitor will provide accessible, efficient and expert counsel in legal matters responsive to client department needs. The Solicitor will be a client focused and self-motivated individual who will work both independently and with a team of lawyers and support staff in the delivery of legal services to HRM client departments. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Aboriginal persons. HRM encourages applicants to self-identify. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Provides general solicitor services to HRM, its agencies, boards and commissions, as assigned., including, but not limited to real property matters and real estate transactions, corporate commercial matters, and contract law; Complies with HRM Legal Services' Client Service Standards and Service Level Agreements; Conducts legal research and provides legal opinions; Maintains up to date knowledge and expertise in areas of law including statutes, case law, legal proceedings, and trends in the context of public law; Attends meetings such as community councils, standing committees of council, or regional council, as required or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience : Law Degree from a recognized university; Minimum two (2) years relevant experience in the practice of law; Member of the Nova Scotia Barristers Society or be qualified to be admitted; General practitioner, authorized lawyer pursuant to the Nova Scotia Land Registration Act and Regulations Experience in municipal, real property, corporate and/or commercial law would be considered an asset. Technical and Job Specific Knowledge : Technical Skills: possesses strong legal skills with emphasis on an understanding of the fundamentals of real property law, ability to analyze legal documents, litigation basics and ability to write comprehensive and concise legal opinions. Research Skills: possesses a sound knowledge of legal research techniques and software. Has the ability to research and synthesize complex legal and factual materials. Business Fundamentals: understands tactical business fundamentals and risk/benefit analysis and incorporates them into decision making or advice provided. Also able to use basic rules: uses "rules of thumb

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,500 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, celebrating 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. Reporting to the President, General Counsel is the University's most senior legal position and manages all legal services for Dalhousie. The General Counsel and Managing Director is called upon to provide the President and Senior Executive Team with expert legal strategic advice on a variety of issues affecting the University. This is a position of leadership and oversight and plays a critical role in the University's risk management process. Key Responsibilities: Provides the President and the Senior Executive Team with constructive, timely and strategic advice. In doing so, the General Counsel and Managing Director is expected to scan the environment, anticipate future trends and issues, assess the current landscape, and provide advice on successful navigation among the many university and external interests and perspectives. Identifies legal issues that pose significant risk to the University, and identifies legal trends that may impact the University in the future. Provides formal and informal education and awareness with multiple stakeholders within the institution regarding such legal issues, how to approach them and how to mitigate exposure to them. Assesses the University's legal liability with respect to its policies, processes and procedures. Recommends the appropriate steps for risk management. Analyses major areas of concern to the organization and recommends changes in policies and procedures. Provides advice to ensure that major University policies are aligned with best practice. Provides university governance advice to the President and senior officers of the University Board of Governors and Senate, to assist them in ensuring that University practices and processes comply with Board By-Laws, the Senate Constitution and underlying regulations, and the University's enabling statute. Works closely with the University Secretariat on policy development, compliance with Board by-laws and the Senate Constitution, and other matters relating to Board and Senate governance. Manages the day-to-day operations of the Legal Counsel Office, including delegation of operational duties to the Assistant General Counsel and other members of the legal services team. Recruits highly qualified staff to the Legal Counsel Office and leads, guides and monitors a complement of in-house lawyers whose practices comprise a wide range of legal specialities including education, corporate and commercial, construction, real property, intellectual property, human rights, civil litigation, administrative law, health law and insurance, among others. Oversees the Privacy Officer, who has the responsibility of overseeing the University's compliance with privacy legislation and responding to access to information requests. Offers guidance and support to the Office of Human Rights and Equity Services as appropriate. Retains and instructs outside counsel in the conduct of litigation involving the University, and in the execution of legal work that is of such a specialized nature that it cannot be undertaken by the office or that requires legal resources beyond what the office can provide. Engages with the Faculty of Law on programming and partnership opportunities. Qualifications: Qualified candidates will possess a LLB or JD degree, be eligible to practice law within Nova Scotia, and be a member in good standing of the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society. Must have significant experience as a practicing lawyer. Current knowledge of the university legal environment and a solid understanding of the university community is preferred. Familiarity with human rights and Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, particularly within a post-secondary context is preferred. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a wide range of individuals tactfully and diplomatically in a wide variety of circumstances. Demonstrated appreciation of issues surrounding equity and diversity is required, including cultural competency with historically disadvantaged communities in Nova Scotia. Must have experience providing advice to multiple stakeholders, including underrepresented groups, with diverse interests in a complex organization. Demonstrated ability and experience in recruiting, retaining, leading and inspiring a high-performing team in a legal services office or similar environment is required. Must demonstrate effectiveness in Dalhousie's Core and Leadership Competencies https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html, in particular: Integrity Respect and Inclusion Communication Thinking and Acting Strategically Relationship Building Development Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. Apply online by October 14th 2018 to competition EXAD-18003. Applications from university employees and external candidates are given concurrent consideration. Among short-listed candidates, university employees will be given special consideration. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Legal Counsel and Manager of Claims Seaboard Transport - Dartmouth, NS Position: Legal Counsel and Manager of Claims Location: Dartmouth, NS Core Responsibilities: The primary focus of this role is to manage claims in an effort to minimize loss following an accident or incident Provide legal advice and coordinate legal service providers on a wide variety of corporate matters The role will also be responsible for forward-looking risk mitigation and management The incumbent will manage all accident and incident files and act as a company representative with various groups, such as: independent contractors lawyers insurance companies environmental consultants Provide accurate reporting on losses to management and senior management Work to build and maintain effective relationships throughout the organization in order to add value to various divisions Provision of legal assistance and advice in dealing with reviews, investigations or claims against, and by the company Other duties as required Job Requirements: Bachelor of Laws from a recognized University Member of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society 2-5 years in active practice of law preferred Exposure to the Canadian courts system Previous experience with or extensive knowledge of insurance claims and policies relevant to the transportation industry considered an asset A versatile corporate/commercial law background, with the ability to identify and respond to complex legal, regulatory and business issues under time constraints Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills Strong influencing skills Strong attention to detail Exceptional planning and organizational skills Excellent communication and presentation skills We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

Aviva Canada is one of Canada’s leading providers of home, automobile, recreational vehicle, group and business insurance, with more than three million customers. We are recruiting for experienced insurance litigation lawyers to join our industry-leading litigation team in the Dartmouth, Nova Scotia office. The successful candidate will have to : - Litigate a range of interesting insurance defense matters in a supportive and collaborative environment with an employer who appreciates the importance of work/life balance. -Be responsible for handling tort litigation matters at complexity levels that can vary depending on experience. -Handle matters from assignment to conclusion, including trial and appeal where applicable. Requirements : Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, with an emphasis on personal injury, including motor vehicle accident insurance. -Member of the Nova-Scotia Bar -Experience in property, commercial liability, homeowner liability or multi-party construction litigation is a strong asset  

Ecojustice is Canada's largest environmental law charity. We use the law to defend nature, combat climate change and fight for a healthy environment for all. Our strategic, innovative public interest lawsuits lead to nation-wide precedents and deliver concrete solutions to our most urgent environmental problems. Ecojustice is 100 per cent funded by individuals and organizations who share our values. To learn more about how we are building the case for a better earth, please visit: www.ecojustice.ca.   About the Role: As a member of the Ecojustice Program team, the Staff Lawyer plays a key role in: Program Duties: Developing and carrying litigation files (min 2/3 of time) and law reform and other work (max 1/3) identified as priorities for Ecojustice; Participating as a team member on at least one of Ecojustice's 3 priority teams, including conducting research and case development in pursuit of strategic case development and law reform work, constructively reviewing priority team work-plans; helping to evaluate projects proposed to the team; and contributing to the work of the priority team(s); Keeping up-to-date on new developments in relevant areas of law, undertaking reasonable training to maximize expertise, and assisting program peers in training and maintaining the highest practice standards; Maintaining good standing as a lawyer; Acting in a professional manner in all external and internal relationships, including by providing constructive feedback to fellow program staff; Mentoring junior staff lawyers, students and/or volunteers (as appropriate); Supervising, collaborating with and/or enabling science staff to maximize their contribution to legal work; Supervising, collaborating with and/or enabling of program administrative staff; Cultivating relationships with current and future clients, experts and other members of the bar; Sharing with other program staff in administrative tasks, including interviewing new staff, supervising and mentoring students, and helping with responses to new case inquiries; Maintaining an up-to-date record of time and activities through timekeeping software, including reporting lobbying and political activity; Following policies and processes as set out in the Ecojustice Staff Policy Manual and Program Policy Manual; Participating in regularly scheduled program and staff meetings; and Sharing with other program staff in responding to new case inquiries. Communication and Philanthropy activities Guiding, collaborating with and supporting communications staff to develop communication opportunities that support program goals and Ecojustice's mission, and participating as a spokesperson on behalf of Ecojustice; Providing information, updates and feedback to communications and philanthropy staff on an ongoing basis and as reasonably requested; Cultivates relationships with current and future clients, other environmental lawyers, current and future foundations and individual donors; and Attending and participating at fundraising or other profile raising events (external/internal) including speaking engagements as can be reasonably accommodated. Reports to Program Director, but ultimately is accountable to the entire program team.   About You: Education & experience requirements Bachelor's degree, law degree and a member in good standing with relevant law society. Litigation, environmental law, administrative law, aboriginal law and public policy experience. Experience in the environmental sector Experience contributing to and working as part of a team Minimum of 7 years of experience Knowledge required to perform duties: Excellent technical/legal writing and communication skills; Flexible, adaptable, good judgment and uses discretion in dealings with sensitive information; Demonstrated litigation and negotiation skills; and Knowledge of the environmental sector, key issues and players. Skills and abilities required to perform duties: Dedicated to environmental protection; Communication: Able to explain legal and scientific information and concepts to general public; Group Work Skills: Commitment to work in a team environment, across disciplines, with individuals across Canada. Application Process: Ecojustice is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. We welcome and value the contributions of individuals who identify as members of a minority or marginalized community, and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, women, people of colour, and people with a disability. Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume online at: www.ecojustice.ca/careers no later than the February 23, 2018 closing date. If you have any questions about this role, please contact Emma Billard, HR Coordinator, by email at ebillard@ecojustice.ca or by calling 604-685-5618 x 231.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is seeking one permanent full time and a one up to one year term Solicitor for the Litigation Team.  We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Aboriginal persons in the workplace. HRM encourages applicants to self-identify. If you are considering a challenging career move that offers a competitive compensation package and you are seeking to join the team that provides legal expertise to HRM staff and Council, please submit your application with cover letter, please indicate on your cover letter if you are applying for full time, temporary or both. HRM Legal Services provides quality, cost effective, timely and accessible legal services to meet the needs of HRM through its Council, various departments, boards, commissions, and employees. This Solicitor would be a member of the Litigation Team, reporting to a Team Lead and the Director.  The Litigation Team represents and provides legal advice to the Municipality with respect to a broad range of legal proceedings including legislative challenges, personal injury litigation, employment law and labour arbitrations, commercial litigation and arbitrations, before various levels of court and administrative tribunals. The successful candidate(s) will be client focused and a self-motivated individual who will work both independently with minimal supervision and with a team of lawyers and support staff. They will be responsible for the conduct of litigation including managing their own caseload and assisting senior counsel with the conduct of more complex cases. They will demonstrate professional and ethical behaviour expected of the legal profession. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  Provides general litigation and dispute resolution services and advice to HRM; its business units, agencies, boards and commissions; Complies with HRM Legal Services’ Client Service Standards and Service Level Agreements; Represents clients in legal proceedings before courts and administrative tribunals; Assists senior counsel with preparation and conduct of litigation and dispute resolution; Maintains up to date knowledge and expertise in areas of law including statutes, case law, legal proceedings, and trends in the context of public law; Conducts legal research and provides legal opinions; Participates as part of the litigation team; Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with client business units; Attends meetings such as community councils or regional council, as required or assigned; Case management of legal files; Updates administrative records/databases/information systems as required QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience:  Law Degree from a recognized university 2-12 years relevant experience in the practice of law Member of the Nova Scotia Barristers Society or be qualified to be admitted Experience in one or more of the following areas of practice: litigation, personal injury litigation, labour and employment, contract and procurement, administrative and public law. Technical and Job Specific Knowledge:  Technical Skills: possesses basic legal skills with emphasis on an understanding of the fundamentals of municipal law, ability to analyze legal documents, litigation basics and ability to write comprehensive yet concise legal opinions. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook). Research Skills: possesses a sound knowledge of legal research techniques and software.   Has the ability to research and synthesize complex legal and factual materials. Business Fundamentals: understands tactical business fundamentals and risk/benefit analysis and incorporates them into decision making or advice provided. Also ability to use basic rules, common sense, and past experiences to identify and address problems. COMPETENCIES :  Customer Service, Communication, Organization & Planning, Values & Ethics, Valuing Diversity WORK STATUS :  One full time, permanent position, and one 12 month term position HOURS OF WORK :  Core hours of work are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with additional hours as required to meet organizational needs. SALARY :  Compensation is commensurate with experience and education. WORK LOCATION :  5251 Duke Street, Duke Tower, 3rd Floor, Halifax, Nova Scotia  CLOSING DATE :  Applications will be received up to midnight on Sunday, April 1, 2018 SECURITY CLEARANCE :  Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.  During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation.  Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process. Qualified HRM retirees may also be considered for competitions. In these circumstances, a form of employment may be offered, including term and/or contract employment. 

About Ecojustice: Ecojustice is Canada's largest environmental law charity. We use the law to defend nature, combat climate change and fight for a healthy environment for all. Our strategic, innovative public interest lawsuits lead to nation-wide precedents and deliver concrete solutions to our most urgent environmental problems. Ecojustice is 100 per cent funded by individuals and organizations who share our values. To learn more about how we are building the case for a better earth, please visit: www.ecojustice.ca. About the Role: As a member of the Ecojustice Program team, the Staff Lawyer plays a key role in: Program Duties: Developing and carrying litigation files (min 2/3 of time) and law reform and other work (max 1/3) identified as priorities for Ecojustice; Participating as a team member on at least one of Ecojustice's 3 priority teams, including conducting research and case development in pursuit of strategic case development and law reform work, constructively reviewing priority team work-plans; helping to evaluate projects proposed to the team; and contributing to the work of the priority team(s); Keeping up-to-date on new developments in relevant areas of law, undertaking reasonable training to maximize expertise, and assisting program peers in training and maintaining the highest practice standards; Maintaining good standing as a lawyer; Acting in a professional manner in all external and internal relationships, including by providing constructive feedback to fellow program staff; Mentoring junior staff lawyers, students and/or volunteers (as appropriate); Supervising, collaborating with and/or enabling science staff to maximize their contribution to legal work; Supervising, collaborating with and/or enabling of program administrative staff; Cultivating relationships with current and future clients, experts and other members of the bar; Sharing with other program staff in administrative tasks, including interviewing new staff, supervising and mentoring students, and helping with responses to new case inquiries; Maintaining an up-to-date record of time and activities through timekeeping software, including reporting lobbying and political activity; Following policies and processes as set out in the Ecojustice Staff Policy Manual and Program Policy Manual; Participating in regularly scheduled program and staff meetings; and Sharing with other program staff in responding to new case inquiries. Communication and Philanthropy activities Guiding, collaborating with and supporting communications staff to develop communication opportunities that support program goals and Ecojustice's mission, and participating as a spokesperson on behalf of Ecojustice; Providing information, updates and feedback to communications and philanthropy staff on an ongoing basis and as reasonably requested; Cultivates relationships with current and future clients, other environmental lawyers, current and future foundations and individual donors; and Attending and participating at fundraising or other profile raising events (external/internal) including speaking engagements as can be reasonably accommodated. Reports to Program Director, but ultimately is accountable to the entire program team. About You: Education & experience requirements Bachelor's degree, law degree and a member in good standing with relevant law society. Litigation, environmental law, administrative law, aboriginal law and public policy experience. Experience in the environmental sector Experience contributing to and working as part of a team Minimum of 3-4 years of experience Knowledge required to perform duties: Excellent technical/legal writing and communication skills; Flexible, adaptable, good judgment and uses discretion in dealings with sensitive information; Demonstrated litigation and negotiation skills; and Knowledge of the environmental sector, key issues and players. Skills and abilities required to perform duties: Dedicated to environmental protection; Communication: Able to explain legal and scientific information and concepts to general public; Group Work Skills: Commitment to work in a team environment, across disciplines, with individuals across Canada. Application Process: Ecojustice is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. We welcome and value the contributions of individuals who identify as members of a minority or marginalized community, and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, women, people of colour, and people with a disability. Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume online at: www.ecojustice.ca/careers no later than the March 30, 2018 closing date. If you have any questions about this role, please contact Cheryll Januszewski, HR Manager, by email at cjanuszewski@ecojustice.ca or by calling 604-685-5618 x 232.

McInnes Cooper is currently seeking a talented lawyer with one to three years of experience in labourand / or employment law to join its thriving labour and employment practice group in Halifax. Share         What you'll need 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 desire to succeed. This opportunity offers exposure to a wide variety of interesting and sophisticated matters, along with work / life balance in a beautiful, vibrant city. A little bit about us McInnes Cooper About MC McInnes Cooper is among the 20 largest business law firms in Canada. We serve clients across North America and abroad from six offices in Halifax, St. John?s, Fredericton, Moncton, Saint John, Charlottetown. With 200 lawyers and over 300 professional resources, we are positioned to offer clients a range of legal and business services. We provide services to industry-leading clients in every major sector and with experience in all jurisdictions. MC Culture Collective Social Responsibility We are recognized as a leader and innovator amongst Canadian law firms in the field of Collective Social Responsibility. Our people are concerned citizens who enjoy giving back. Together, we focus on developing ongoing partnerships with community organizations that do amazing work, often despite limited resources and public awareness. As a firm, we have the ability to respond with contributions of time and monetary support, and our people give generously of their skills and effort. Pro Bono Legal Services Through our Pro Bono Program, we provide legal counsel to disadvantaged people and organizations that have difficulty gaining access to justice on matters of public interest. Environmental Stewardship Like any large organization, our operations leave a footprint on the environmental. From paper use and waste production to transportation and energy consumption, we continually look for opportunities to minimize that impact. Diversity & inclusion We recognize that our individual differences make us a stronger, more adaptable law firm. We embrace these differences and give all of our members the opportunity to develop their unique skills and talents. Our People 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. Are you interested? Work With Us 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.

Our firm is currently recruiting a Litigation Lawyer with 2 - 7 years experience. In this role you will become part of the Mac, Mac & Mac team where you will serve our existing client base as well as develop your own portfolio. We offer the chance for someone with experience to join a reputable legal team, with the lifestyle benefits of practice in anon-metropolitan community.