Insurance Defence Associate — Build Your Own Practice

Nova Scotia Barristers' Society; Halifax; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health and wellness days

Health, dental, and life insurance

Annual Health and Wellness allowance

Clothing allowance

Cellphone reimbursement

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Firm-sponsored social events

Job summary

Ritch Williams & Richards is seeking an Associate Lawyer (4+ years) to join our boutique litigation team in downtown Halifax, focusing on insurance defence and marine law. You will handle own files with increasing autonomy, work directly with clients, and contribute to complex matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of litigation experience, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in growing a practice with support from experienced

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with a Canadian provincial bar, preferably the Nova Scotia Bar (or eligible for admission to the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society)
• At least 4+ years of litigation experience, preferably insurance defence
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and professionalism
• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently
• A genuine interest in litigation and a desire to build and grow your own practice

Responsibilities

• Manage and advance litigation files from initial referral through to resolution with increasing autonomy and take ownership of your own files and practice
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other court materials
• Prepare detailed liability and damages assessments, and opinions
• Prepare for and conduct discoveries, mediations, and Judicial settlement conferences
• Work closely with partners on complex insurance defence matters
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to excellent client service
• Develop and grow your practice with the support of experienced lawyers and a strong team

Skills

Litigation experience

Insurance defence

Client relationships

Time management

Independent work

Education

Nova Scotia Bar admission

Job description

Ritch Williams & Richards is seeking an Associate Lawyer (4+ years) to join our boutique litigation team in downtown Halifax, focusing on insurance defence and marine law. You will handle own files with increasing autonomy, work directly with clients, and contribute to complex matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of litigation experience, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in growing a practice with support from experienced