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Meridia Recruitment Solutions, a KBRS Company

Associate Lawyer

Halifax, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 4, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

Associate Lawyer

Halifax, NS

Reference # AC - 7540

Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with Ritch Williams & Richards, a boutique litigation firm based in downtown Halifax, to recruit an Associate Lawyer, Insurance Defence Litigation. Focused on insurance defence and marine law, Ritch Williams & Richards represents leading national and international insurers on complex and high-value matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer with litigation experience who enjoys taking ownership of their files, working directly with clients, and building their practice within a collaborative and supportive team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and advancing litigation files from initial referral through to resolution, preparing legal documents and opinions, and representing clients through various stages of the litigation process. Working closely with experienced partners, the Associate Lawyer will have the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility, develop strong client relationships, and continue growing their practice with increasing autonomy.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage and advance litigation files from initial referral through to resolution, taking increasing ownership and autonomy over files and individual practice.

Prepare pleadings, motions, and other court materials.

Prepare detailed liability and damages assessments, reports, and legal opinions.

Prepare for and conduct discoveries, mediations, and judicial settlement conferences.

Work closely with partners on complex insurance defence matters.

Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to excellent client service.

Develop and grow an individual practice with the support of experienced lawyers and a strong legal team.

YOUR REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Member in good standing with a Canadian provincial bar, preferably the Nova Scotia Bar, or eligible for admission to the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society.

Minimum of four years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defence.

Experience managing litigation files and handling matters with increasing independence.

Experience preparing pleadings, motions, legal opinions, and liability and damages assessments.

Experience preparing for and conducting discoveries, mediations, and judicial settlement conferences.

KEY SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Sound professional judgment, strong attention to detail, and a high degree of professionalism.

Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Strong client service skills and the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships.

A genuine interest in litigation and a desire to take ownership of files and build and grow an individual practice.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

Paid vacation, plus additional health and wellness days.

Firm closure over the holiday season.

Firm-paid health, dental, and life insurance plans.

Annual health and wellness allowance.

Clothing allowance and cellphone reimbursement.

Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Regular firm-sponsored social events and opportunities to connect with colleagues outside the office.

To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the "Apply Now" button below.

For more information, please contact Adam Creaghan, Partner, at acreaghan@kbrs.ca or 647-336-1416 or Lauren MacDonald, Recruitment Specialist, at laurenmacdonald@kbrs.ca or 902-407-1427. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Lauren know.

Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice, we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.

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Responsibilities

Manage litigation files from referral through resolution, prepare pleadings, motions, court materials, legal opinions, and liability and damages assessments. Prepare for and conduct discoveries, mediations, and judicial settlement conferences, while working with partners, serving clients, and developing an individual practice.

Requirements

Must be a member in good standing of a Canadian provincial bar, preferably Nova Scotia, or eligible for admission to the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society, and have at least four years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defence. Candidates should have experience managing files independently and preparing legal documents and assessments, along with strong communication, organizational, client service, and professional judgment skills.

Skills

Litigation File Management
Insurance Defence
Marine Law
Pleadings and Motions
Legal Writing
Liability and Damages Assessment
Legal Opinions
Discovery
Mediation
Judicial Settlement Conferences
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Organization
Professional Judgment
Time Management

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Health and Wellness Days
Firm Holiday Closure
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Health and Wellness Allowance
Clothing Allowance
Cellphone Reimbursement
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Firm-Sponsored Social Events

Visa sponsorship

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Hiring contact

Adam Creaghan

Hiring contact email

acreaghan@kbrs.ca

Keywords

Associate Lawyer
Insurance Defence Litigation
Marine Law
Litigation
File Management
Pleadings
Motions
Court Materials
Liability Assessment
Damages Assessment
Legal Opinions
Discoveries
Mediations
Judicial Settlement Conferences
Client Service
Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
Canadian Provincial Bar
Practice Development

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