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The Legal Services Division is the government's law firm, providing a full range of legal advice and services to support government operations and help government achieve its corporate priorities. With a staff of more than 160 lawyers, paralegals, researchers and administrative professionals, the Division is one of the largest law offices in the Province. For more information on the Department of Justice Legal Services please visit our website: https://novascotia.ca/just/Legal_Services/   About Our Opportunity   Under general supervision from the Legal Services Supervisor, as the Legal Assistant you will provide high quality, specialized legal administrative assistance, and file management support under the direction of two or more lawyers. You will utilize strong secretarial/administrative skills, knowledge of legal terminology and specialized procedures pertaining to certain areas of law. You will perform effectively under the pressures and strain of inflexible deadlines in a highly confidential office setting under minimal supervision. You will be responsible for creating, tracking, and managing litigation files. The opportunity requires you to be able to adapt to shifting priorities, balance your efforts between providing legal assistance and administrative support, respond in a timely and appropriate manner to inquiries and to be organized in your day to day file management.   Primary Accountabilities   Legal Assistance / Support to Lawyers Provide specialized legal assistance for lawyers who provide legal advice/litigation services to government departments and various agencies, boards, and commissions Ensure documents assigned by a lawyer are prepared, filed, and/or served within prescribed or assigned deadlines Query and retrieve legal case law, precedent materials/documents, or other relevant information as identified by a lawyer Secretarial / Administrative Support Prepare correspondence, presentations, and documents of a legal and non-legal matter Respond to inquiries from internal and external clients and the public Schedule appointments and maintains lawyers’ calendar and schedule and book rooms, court reporters, travel, discoveries, witnesses, interpreters, case conferences Books travel and related accommodations when necessary Works in a team environment, providing coverage to assistants on their team and other teams as assigned by the Legal Services Supervisor Responding to Inquiries and File Management Acts as a point of contact to ensure clients have the appropriate information including file updates, process or procedural changes, Division updates and other general matters Manages files in the Central Registry filing system, electronic shared directory and in the file/document management databases Organize all hard copy and electronic files including filing of documents, data entry and the use of the STAR/STOR classification system Ensures that files/filing is up to date and brought forward for review by lawyers as required   Qualifications and Experience   As our successful candidate, you will possess a certificate/diploma from a Legal Assistant or Paralegal program and 3 years of experience in a legal practice or an acceptable combination of education/training and experience.   You have experience and competency in an automated environment, with proficient and accurate typing, dicta typing, MS Word, and data entry skills. You have knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation, as well as excellent research, analytical and organizational skills. Your excellent communication skills, both written and oral, give you the ability to deal with clients, lawyers and co-workers in a fair, caring, and impartial manner communicating in a clear and concise manner while maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.   Assets include:   Knowledge of the various levels of Court Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules Knowledge of provincial government departments and agencies Experience utilizing STAR/STOR record classification system, or other file management systems   We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.   Equivalency   Include, but not limited to-   at least 5 years of legal support experience.   Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.   Benefits   Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.   Working Conditions   May be required to work overtime on occasion Typically located in comfortable office environment Considerable periods of time sitting at desk interspersed with movement to and from printers, file storage areas or to deposit/retrieve mail At times required to bend and lift file boxes from storage shelving and transport to review area. Regular need to read and analyze information and significant time focusing on a computer monitor Must balance multiple priorities and the demand for accuracy and attention to detail in the preparation of legal documents requires acute concentration and may increase physical and mental stress The nature of the work environment may bring staff into contact with individuals who are verbally abusive and physically threatening, exposure to disturbing images or content in some files may occur   What We Offer   Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies. countless career paths. Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.   Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. About the Opportunity Reporting directly to the Senior Legal Counsel, the Junior Legal Counsel acts as a corporate resource to NSH as an integral member of the Legal Services team. The Junior Legal Counsel provides sound legal and medical/ethical guidance to NSH employees, medical staff and senior leadership, taking into consideration other activities within NSH and established health law practices across the country. Junior Legal Counsel provides legal advice and strategic direction; analyses and provides advice on complex, sensitive and multidimensional problems, both independently and as a part of a team. Junior Legal Counsel provides legal representation for NSH to external parties, including courts and tribunals. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Bachelor of Laws (LLB/JD); and Practicing member of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society or eligible to become a practicing member. Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience required Experience in health care law and risk management desirable A thorough understanding of common law principles, statutes and legal procedures; competent research and analytical skills; effective interpersonal, oral and written skills; Demonstrated ability to respond to client needs for quality legal services, to anticipate problems and to work effectively with clients toward resolutions. Effective in demanding circumstances, ability to offer creative and innovative solutions to complex challenges, and adapt and thrive in a continuously changing and demanding environment. Ability to collaborate, as well as work independently, balancing competing priorities. Practice experience in one or more of the following areas would be considered an asset: administrative law contracts law employment law corporate and governance intellectual property law privacy law Experience advising health authorities, government departments or agencies would be considered an asset. Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred   Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours Long assignment, full-time position, 75 hrs bi-weekly Beginning as soon as possible with an expected end date of Jan 15, 2024 (Approximately 14 months) Dates are subject to change Compensation and Incentives $43.90 - $54.89 Hourly   Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/ https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthority www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/ https://twitter.com/healthns    

About Dalhousie University 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 almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. Job Summary Dalhousie Legal Aid was the first legal service for low income communities in Nova Scotia and is the oldest clinical law program in Canada. It is also the only community law clinic in Nova Scotia. The Clinic is a unique partnership of community groups, law students, community legal workers and lawyers working together and is operated by the Schulich School of Law. Reporting to the Office Manager, the Legal Assistant supports the Executive Director in the administration of the legal clinic and provides specialized legal support to the lawyers and law students in the clinic. Key Responsibilities For the Executive Director and three staff lawyers, provide administrative support, which includes formatting and/or preparing correspondence, reports, memoranda, affidavits, facta, legal and court documents, etc. Materials prepared include regular use of legal terminology and a knowledge of court proceedings at all levels. Using Excel spreadsheets, maintain billing of client files for Executive Director and three staff lawyers. Draft and distribute materials for monthly Board of Trustees meetings and support the Board of Trustees in arranging committee meetings, filing documents, and maintaining records. Act as a resource to law and social work students, ensuring students are aware of, understand, and follow office procedures, proper use of legal forms and documents, and process questions are answered. Reconcile monthly trust accounts and arrange annual audit and report, as well as reconcile credit card account monthly. Maintain a client database, inputting all new clients, and preparing monthly caseload reports for staff and students. Note Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus. Required Qualifications Legal assistant certificate or paralegal course, with five years’ experience in a legal environment (or equivalent combination of training and experience). Strong computer skills, including Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Adobe. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent proofreading skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and follow instructions with minimal supervision. Ability to work collaboratively and willingness to learn and contribute to the team. Commissioner of Oaths or eligible for appointment as such is required. Assets Experience using Legal Files or similar legal case management system. Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular: Respect & Inclusion Adaptability Knowledge & Thinking Skills Communication Service Additional Information 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. Application Consideration Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources. Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Posting Detail Information   Number of Vacancies 1

Department: Justice Location: HALIFAX Type of Employment: Temporary Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 17-Oct-23 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us   The Legal Services Division is the government's law firm, providing a full range of legal advice and services to support government operations and help government achieve its corporate priorities. With a staff of more than 160 lawyers, paralegals, researchers and administrative professionals, the Division is one of the largest law offices in the Province.   For more information on the Department of Justice Legal Services please visit our website: https://novascotia.ca/just/Legal_Services/   About Our Opportunity   Under general supervision from the Legal Services Supervisor, as the Legal Assistant you will provide high quality, specialized legal administrative assistance, and file management support under the direction of two or more lawyers. You will utilize strong secretarial/administrative skills, knowledge of legal terminology and specialized procedures pertaining to certain areas of law. You will perform effectively under the pressures and strain of inflexible deadlines in a highly confidential office setting under minimal supervision. You will be responsible for creating, tracking, and managing litigation files. The opportunity requires you to be able to adapt to shifting priorities, balance your efforts between providing legal assistance and administrative support, respond in a timely and appropriate manner to inquiries and to be organized in your day to day file management.   Primary Accountabilities   Legal Assistance / Support to Lawyers   Provide specialized legal assistance for lawyers who provide legal advice/litigation services to government departments and various agencies, boards, and commissions Ensure documents assigned by a lawyer are prepared, filed, and/or served within prescribed or assigned deadlines Query and retrieve legal case law, precedent materials/documents, or other relevant information as identified by a lawyer   Secretarial / Administrative Support   Prepare correspondence, presentations, and documents of a legal and non-legal matter Respond to inquiries from internal and external clients and the public Schedule appointments and maintain lawyers’ calendars and schedule and book rooms, court reporters, travel, discoveries, witnesses, interpreters, case conferences Book travel and related accommodations when necessary Work in a team environment, providing coverage to assistants on their team and other teams as assigned by the Legal Services Supervisor   Responding to Inquiries and File Management   Act as a point of contact to ensure clients have the appropriate information including file updates, process or procedural changes, Division updates and other general matters Manage files in the Central Registry filing system, electronic shared directory and in the file/document management databases Organize all hard copy and electronic files including filing of documents, data entry and the use of the STAR/STOR classification system Ensure that files/filing is up to date and brought forward for review by lawyers as required   Qualifications and Experience   As our successful candidate, you will possess a certificate/diploma from a Legal Assistant or Paralegal program and 3 years of experience in a legal practice or an acceptable combination of education/training and experience.   You have experience and competency in an automated environment, with proficient and accurate typing, dicta typing, MS Word, and data entry skills. You have knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation, as well as excellent research, analytical and organizational skills. Your excellent communication skills, both written and oral, give you the ability to deal with clients, lawyers and co-workers in a fair, caring, and impartial manner communicating in a clear and concise manner while maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.   Assets include:   Knowledge of the various levels of Court Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules Knowledge of provincial government departments and agencies Experience utilizing STAR/STOR record classification system, or other file management systems   We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.   Equivalency   Equivalencies include, but not limited to:   at least 5 years of legal support experience.   Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.   Benefits   Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.   Working Conditions   May be required to work overtime on occasion Typically located in comfortable office environment Considerable periods of time sitting at desk interspersed with movement to and from printers, file storage areas or to deposit/retrieve mail At times required to bend and lift file boxes from storage shelving and transport to review area Regular need to read and analyze information and significant time focusing on a computer monitor Must balance multiple priorities and the demand for accuracy and attention to detail in the preparation of legal documents requires acute concentration and may increase physical and mental stress The nature of the work environment may bring staff into contact with individuals who are verbally abusive and physically threatening, exposure to disturbing images or content in some files may occur   Additional Information   Candidates that have a certificate or diploma from a Paralegal program or Legal Assistant program (with less than 3 years of experience) are encouraged to apply and will be considered if these opportunities are not filled by candidates with a diploma and three years of experience. The bi-weekly salary for candidates that do not meet the 3 years experience requirement is $1,626.82 (at the CL 18 level).   What We Offer   Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies. Countless career paths. Department Specific Flexible working schedules.   Pay Grade: CL 21 Salary Range: $1,824.96 - $2,034.28 Bi-Weekly   Employment Equity Statement: 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 Indigenous 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 these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.   This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:     Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.   External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.   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 the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.      

A municipal public servant makes a difference in the lives of over 400,000 people in the Halifax region. The municipality employs between 3,600-5,000 people annually. You could be one of them. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is recognized as one of the Top Employers for 2022 in Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Legal & Legislative Services Business Unit is seeking a Legal Assistant , to become a permanent member of the Legal Services support team. In the Team environment of Legal Services, Legal Assistants may be required to work for several lawyers at the same time & have additional expertise in one or more of the following areas of law: Litigation, Prosecutions, Solicitor Services (Advisory Services, Corp/Comm &/or Real Property) Reporting operationally to their assigned lawyers and the Prosecution Coordinator & administratively to the Business Unit Coordinator, the Legal Assistant is responsible for a wide variety of legal and administrative duties within the Legal Services division, with a high degree of confidentiality. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: preparation of legal documents & correspondence, dictation transcription; paper & electronic filing; managing correspondence; processing invoices; responding to inquiries and interacting with internal clients, external parties, and the public. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this role, as well as broad and thorough knowledge of legal concepts, practices, and principles. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (may specialize in one or both): Solicitor Services & Real Property Ability to prepare a broad range of legal documents and correspondence for residential and commercial real estate transactions including, but not limited to, deeds, easements, legal descriptions, HST Certificates, Direction, and Statements of Adjustments & Proceeds, Parcel Description Certification Applications (PDCA) and Applications for Registration (AFRs) as well as final reports Reviews document packages received from other Business Units for completeness prior to forwarding to solicitor for approval and execution Tracks closing dates and other deadlines, following up as necessary with assigned lawyer, client(s) and external solicitors Conducts title searches, sub-searches and PPSA (Personal Property Security Act) searches, as required and acts as designated contact for requisition of all HRM title searches required by Legal Services as well as other business units; Conducts general and title related property research regarding easements, rights-of-way and property ownership as required Ensures documents are vault filed with the Clerk’s office, when required Litigation and Labour Maintains knowledge of litigation file timelines regarding statutory limitations and deadlines, providing reminders and updates to solicitor as needed Assists solicitor to coordinate witnesses, client contacts, and organization of discovery and/or arbitration meetings General understanding of Collective Agreements, Unions and arbitration hearings Prepares evidence, arbitration binders, and any reference documents required by solicitor for court or hearings For a complete description of duties & responsibilities for this position, please email jobs@halifax.ca HRM is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity & Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy & we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians & Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities & 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience: Certificate/diploma from a Legal Assistant or Paralegal program with a minimum of three years’ experience in a legal assistant role with demonstrated performance capabilities. A combination of education and experience will be considered. Experience preparing real estate closings and title search review will be considered an asset Experience working with file/document management systems will be considered an asset Technical /Job Specific Knowledge & Abilities: Proficiency & expertise in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat (writer) Excellent interpersonal & communications skills, both written & verbal Excellent organizational & problem solving skills Superior time management skills & the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision Strong sense of ethics & the ability to handle sensitive & confidential or private information with tact and discretion; knowledge of privacy laws High level of sound & independent judgment, reasoning, & diplomacy Ability to work effectively both independently & as part of a team on a multitude of tasks in variable situations Strong customer service orientation, ability to deal with lawyers & public under stressful situations High level of accuracy & attention to detail is required while working within strict timelines Excellent writing skills, including proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation for complex documentation & ability to independently draft correspondence at a professional skill level Knowledge of legal terminology & ability to draft legal documentation as required Understanding of legal reference materials, procedures, & legal filing systems Critical thinking, analysis, & research skills are essential Resourceful & flexible Professional, responsive, & positive work attitude is critical Knowledge of municipal issues, administration & government including council processes & procedures, By-laws, Halifax Regional Municipality Charter, Municipal Government Act, and Civil Procedure Rules considered an asset Good internet research skills using reputable & authorized sources. Familiarity with Government web-based search tools, including Property Online, Registry of Joint Stock Companies, or caselaw websites, including Quicklaw, CanLII, & WestlawNext, etc. considered as an asset Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check Competencies: Values & Ethics, Organizational Awareness, Customer Service, Communications, Valuing Diversity, Teamwork & Cooperation, Organization & Planning WORK STATUS: Permanent, Full-time HOURS OF WORK: 8:30am-4;30pm Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week. May require occasional overtime based on operational requirements SALARY: Non-union Level 3 $47,630-$65,490 Compensation is commensurate with experience & training WORK LOCATION: CIBC Building, 1809 Barrington Street, 7th Floor, Halifax NS CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday,October 3, 2023 and must include a cover letter and resumé 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.

About Dalhousie University 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 almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.   Job Summary Dalhousie Legal Aid was the first legal service for low income communities in Nova Scotia and is the oldest clinical law program in Canada. It is also the only community law clinic in Nova Scotia. The Clinic is a unique partnership of community groups, law students, community legal workers and lawyers working together and is operated by the Schulich School of Law. Reporting to the Office Manager, the Legal Assistant will provide secretarial and direct client support, as well as support to law students, lawyers and community legal workers.   Key Responsibilities Communicate with clients to provide and/or seek information. Create, edit, format and type legal documents and correspondence for lawyers and community legal workers. Meet with clients in capacity as Commissioner of Oaths to swear affidavits and other documents. Advise senior law students on preparation of legal documents and on office procedures. Prepare individual files for billing and closure by the Office Manager and maintain offsite file archiving. Provide backup reception for the office, which includes greeting walk-ins, answering phones and directing requests appropriately.     Note Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.   Required Qualifications Legal Assistant certificate or Paralegal course, plus two years’ related work experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Organizational skills are essential, as well as the ability to multi-task, set priorities, and attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office Suite. Commissioner of Oaths or eligible for appointment as such is required.   Assets Previous experience working in a law office that practices family law and/or youth criminal law. Experience using Legal Files or similar legal management software.   Job Competencies     Additional Information 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.   Application Consideration Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.   Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

A municipal public servant makes a difference in the lives of over 400,000 people in the Halifax region. The municipality employs between 3,600-5,000 people annually. You could be one of them. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is recognized as one of the Top Employers for 2022 in Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. HRM is seeking candidates, preferably with up to 5 years of experience, for the permanent position of Solicitor in the Municipal & Administrative law group in Legal Services. The Solicitor will report directly to a Team Lead and indirectly, to the Municipal Solicitor/Executive Director. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. 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. The Solicitor is responsible for providing legal advice and assistance to HRM staff conducting daily business and long-term planning for HRM. The Solicitor will provide accessible, efficient and expert counsel in legal matters while being responsive to client department needs. To be successful in the role, 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. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides general solicitor services to HRM, its agencies, boards, and commissions, as assigned, with an emphasis on municipal law, administrative law, legislative drafting, and contracts, as required 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 or regional council, as required or assigned QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Law Degree from a recognized university Up to 5 years of relevant experience in the practice of law preferred Member of the Nova Scotia Barristers Society or be qualified to be admitted Experience in one or more of the following areas of practice: administrative, municipal, and/or legislative drafting would be considered an asset Technical and Job Specific Knowledge: 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. 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, be able to use basic rules: uses "rules of thumb", common sense, and past experiences to identify problems. Knowledge of Halifax Regional Municipality’s organization and its Business Units is an asset. Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check. Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion. Interviews, testing, and in-person recruitment activities are being conducted in adherence with current COVID-19 Public Health protocols. COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communications, Customer Service, Decision Making, Network/Relationship Building, Organization and Planning, Organizational Awareness, Teamwork and Cooperation, Values and Ethics, Valuing Diversity WORK STATUS: permanent, full-time HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. To meet organizational needs, work outside of regular business hours may be required. Position may be eligible to participate in flexible work arrangements. SALARY: Non-Union Salary, S1 or S2 - Salary Commensurate with Experience ($65,000 - $131,000 per annum). Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. WORK LOCATION: 1809 Barrington Street, 7th Floor, Halifax, Nova Scotia CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Please Note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted. During the recruitment process on this legal job board, applicants have the right to request an 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. (position #72285947)

Can you picture yourself living and working in one of Atlantic Canada's historic cities with modern conveniences, perfect for a growing family or busy professionals, and where you have access to interesting and sophisticated matters? McInnes Cooper is growing, and we are currently seeking an experienced Energy Lawyer to join our team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Share What you'll do Responsibilities The Energy practice group provides comprehensive legal services in all areas of energy law, with an opportunity to be involved in the permitting, development and financing of interesting and challenging energy and infrastructure projects, including in the renewable energy, offshore wind, electricity transmission, natural gas and hydrogen sectors for national and international clients. What you'll need Qualifications At McInnes Cooper, the ideal candidate is exceptionally client focused and an effective communicator. They would have an entrepreneurial approach, with strong analytical, interpersonal and leadership skills, and must possess a strong drive to succeed. Experience in energy or infrastructure projects, commercial, financing, construction or procurement is preferred, and experience in energy regulatory would be considered an asset. A little bit about us McInnes Cooper About MC McInnes Cooper is among Canada's 25 largest business law firms and the exclusive member of Lex Mundi for Atlantic Canada, the world's leading network of independent law firms. Providing strategic counsel to industry-leading clients here and abroad for more than 160 years, we continue to thrive through our relentless focus on client success. Our mission? To turn our knowledge, skills, and effort into value for our clients and our communities through dedicated leadership. 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. 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. 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 environment. From paper use and waste production to transportation and energy consumption, we continually look for opportunities to minimize that impact. Are you interested? Work With Us McInnes Cooper believes work experience is correlated with rewarding life experiences. McInnes Cooper provides rewarding experiences focused on personal and professional development through inclusive and positive interactions with colleagues, mentorship from experienced legal and business professionals, exposure to a variety of interesting clients, and opportunities to engage with our communities through unique volunteerism and pro bono work. McInnes Cooper recognizes the integration of work and life and offers a number of benefits and perks to support their employees, such as flexible work arrangements, professional development and conference opportunities, industry leading group benefits program, wellness financial support, interest-free student loan program and much more. 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 on-line 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 Melissa Evans at melissa.evans@mcinnescooper.com. If you would like to have a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Melissa Evans (melissa.evans@mcinnescooper.com).