Associate Lawyer

Lock Search Group; Tantallon; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Lunch on a sunny back deck

Pet-friendly environment

Office closures during holidays

Lunch on the sunny back deck

Job summary

A growing, client-focused law firm in Nova Scotia is seeking an Associate Lawyer with 5+ years of experience. The role offers hybrid flexibility between office and remote work, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to develop a diverse legal practice. Benefits include health coverage, a pet-friendly workspace, and a commitment to work-life balance. Ideal candidates are client-oriented lawyers licensed in Nova Scotia, ready to shape their practice in a collaborative firm culture that values autonomy and quality of life.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing own files with autonomy.
• Ability to deliver top-tier client service.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop a practice in most areas of law, excluding criminal.
• Manage client relationships and provide legal advice.
• Collaborate with team members and attend in-person meetings as needed.

Skills

Client service commitment

Multitasking

Team-first attitude

Team-first attitude

Education

Passed the Bar Exam

Licensed with Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society

Job description

Our client is a growing, client-focused law firm based in Tantallon, NS, serving clients across HRM, the South Shore, and the Valley. The firm is known for its supportive culture, modern systems, and strong commitment to work-life balance. With deep roots in Nova Scotia, they offer a community-based practice and a lifestyle that many professionals choose to return to later in their careers.

The Opportunity:

Our client is seeking an established, proactive, and client-oriented Associate Lawyer to join their team. This role offers flexibility through a cloud-based practice management system, with the expectation that the successful candidate can attend the Tantallon office as needed for client meetings and team collaboration.

You’ll benefit from strong administrative support—with the option to bring a preferred assistant—and the opportunity to develop a practice in most areas of law (excluding criminal). This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to grow their practice in a collaborative, modern, and balanced environment.

What Is Offered:

• Hybrid Flexibility: Work from the Tantallon office with flexibility to work remotely, while remaining available for in-person collaboration and client needs.
• Compensation Options: Choose between salary + bonus or a tiered fee-split model—earnings potential is unlimited
• Health Benefits & Perks: Bar fees and insurance included, comprehensive health coverage, free parking, and yes—lunch on the sunny back deck
• Work-Life Balance: Office closures during holidays, bad weather, and even those days that are too nice to miss
• Pet-Friendly: Furry friends welcome

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience managing your own files and operating with a high degree of autonomy
• Passed the Bar Exam
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
• A commitment to delivering top-tier client service
• A positive, team-first attitude
• Licensed and in good standing with the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and able to work from Nova Scotia. Relocation support is not provided; however, lawyers with existing ties to the province—or those independently considering a return—are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you’re a Canadian lawyer looking to grow your practice in Nova Scotia, or thinking about coming home, this is a rare opportunity to join a modern, people-first firm that genuinely values flexibility, autonomy, and balance.

This role is ideal for a motivated, client-focused lawyer seeking a supportive environment, the freedom to shape their practice, and a firm culture that prioritizes both professional success and quality of life. Apply in confidence today using the “Apply” button for immediate consideration.

Thank you in advance for your interest, only individuals deemed to have the skill set and experience to fit the role will be contacted. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

Lock Search Group is a national recruitment firm with offices coast-to-coast, a staff of more than 25 Consultants and Associates, and expertise in four core practice areas. Our mission is to provide exceptional Recruitment and Consulting Services to clients and candidates. We apply our experience and expertise to deliver solutions with a personalized approach that focuses on client needs and candidate goals.