Taylor MacLellan Cochrane – Litigation Associate (Kentville)

Nova Scotia Barristers' Society; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Nova Scotia is seeking a full-time associate to join its Litigation department in Kentville. The ideal candidate will be a member in good standing of a provincial bar with 1-5 years of litigation experience. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment with solid mentoring. Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to the provided email address.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefit package

Generous bonus structure

Qualifications

• 1 – 5 years of litigation experience including Small Claim Court and contract disputes.
• Eagerness to market and grow their practice.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research and document drafting.
• Provide support to the litigation department.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Strong communication

Advocacy

Dispute resolution skills

Client relationship management

Education

Member in good standing of a provincial bar

Job description

Taylor MacLellan Cochrane proudly traces its roots in the Annapolis Valley back to 1835 when the founding Partners opened the very first law office in the Kings County Shire Town of Kentville. Since those early days, Taylor MacLellan Cochrane has become one of the largest law firms in outside of metropolitan Halifax, serving clients throughout the Atlantic Provinces with its offices in Kentville and Windsor.

Currently, we are seeking a full-time associate to join our Litigation department of our Kentville location.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must be a member in good standing of a provincial bar and eligible for membership in the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society.
• Applicants with 1 – 5 years litigation experience including Small Claim Court, contract disputes, and Builders’ Liens.
• Assisting in research, document drafting, providing support to the litigation department.
• Must have an eagerness to market and continually grow and develop their practice.
• Strong communication, advocacy, and dispute resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships and attract new clients.
• Strong work ethic with a professional and positive attitude in their work.

Work With Us

Taylor Maclellan Cochrane offers associates a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. Additionally, within the last few years we have implemented a generous bonus structure that regularly results in associates earning significant year-end bonuses.

We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment that is motivating and supportive of long-term goals. Associates are provided with solid mentoring and support for their professional growth and success at our firm.

If you have these qualifications and are interested in a lucrative career opportunity as an Associate with a busy law firm, please send your cover letter and resume to Lisa van Trigt at [e-mail] or via mail to Taylor MacLellan Cochrane, 50 Bridge Street, Kentville, NS B4N 2E4.

Please note only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.