Litigation Paralegal

Nova Scotia Barristers' Society; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable insurance litigation boutique law firm in downtown Halifax as a Legal Assistant. In this critical support role, you'll manage document-intensive tasks while collaborating with legal teams. We offer competitive compensation, a hybrid work model, and numerous employee benefits, fostering both professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

Group Pension Plan with employer matching

Annual Health and Wellness allowance

Paid vacation and wellness days

Regular social events

Cellphone reimbursement

Office closure over holiday season

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Experience in document-intensive litigation support.
• Insurance litigation experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage large volumes of litigation documents.
• Prepare document productions and supporting materials.
• Provide administrative support to legal teams.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Paralegal Diploma

Tools

Document Management Systems

Legal Software

Job description

RWR is an insurance litigation boutique law firm in downtown Halifax. We represent national and multi-national insurance companies in all manner of insurance claims and legal actions throughout Atlantic Canada. We have ‘big firm’ clients but provide a ‘small firm’ culture and work experience.

Position overview

This position is heavily focused on document management and plays a critical support role in complex litigation files. Experience in insurance litigation is considered an asset, but we welcome applications from candidates with relevant litigation backgrounds.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Coordinate, review, and maintain large volumes of litigation documents with accuracy and efficiency
• Prepare document productions using litigation support tools, including producing supporting materials such as affidavits of documents and expert briefing packages
• Enter and code documents into internal systems for effective matter tracking
• Manage and import opposing counsel’s document productions into litigation software
• Record all billable and non-billable hours on a daily basis
• Navigate and utilize legal software and document management platforms with proficiency
• Provide administrative support and assist with general office tasks as required
• Perform other duties as assigned to support legal teams

Qualifications and skills include:

• Completion of Paralegal diploma or equivalent education and experience
• 3–5 years’ experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a document-intensive litigation support role
• Insurance litigation experience considered an asset
• Proficient with document management systems and legal software
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple deadlines
• High attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information
• Self-starter capable of managing multiple projects
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills

What we offer:

• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience
• Paid vacation, plus additional health and wellness days
• Office closure over the holiday season
• Firm paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plans
• Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions
• Annual Health and Wellness allowance, and cellphone reimbursement
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Newly renovated office in downtown Halifax
• Hybrid work model – one day from home, four days in-office
• Regular firm-sponsored social events

Interested candidates are invited to send their resume and compensation expectations to Ali Buchan by July 18, 2025: [e-mail].