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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Master’s degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
Job summary
Lead litigation matters for the Fredericton office and provide strategic representation in and out of court. Manage the caseload, supervise and mentor the legal and support team, and contribute to business development and community engagement.
Job details
Associate Lawyer | Fredericton, NB J. Donovan Law Group, a reputable and thriving boutique firm with multiple locations in the province of New Brunswick, is seeking a seasoned Associate Lawyer for their Fredericton office. Core Responsibilities Litigation & Advocacy: Act as the lead attorney for all litigation matters in the Fredericton office, providing strategic representation in and out of court. Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and train a multidisciplinary team, including attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. Case Management: Oversee a diverse caseload, ensuring ethical, timely, and high-quality resolution of all legal matters. Strategic Growth: Drive business development and community engagement to expand the firm’s local footprint. Requirements Credentials: Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent from an accredited institution and an active license to practice in New Brunswick. Experience: Minimum of 3 years in litigation with a proven track record of successful outcomes. Specialization: Experience in Family Law litigation files would be an asset. Leadership: Demonstrated "solution-based" leadership style with the ability to manage competing priorities and mentor junior staff. Skills: Exceptional negotiation, advocacy, and client-retention capabilities. Compensation & Benefits Salary: Competitive base salary commensurate with litigation experience. Benefits: Medical, health and dental insurance coverage included. Professional Growth: Dedicated budget for professional development and clear pathways for internal advancement. Apply Now If you are a driven litigator ready to shape the future of a busy office, we invite you to apply and join this dynamic, collaborative team that is very well known in NB.
What you’ll do
Lead litigation matters for the Fredericton office and provide strategic representation in and out of court. Manage the caseload, supervise and mentor the legal and support team, and contribute to business development and community engagement.
Requirements
Requires a Juris Doctor or equivalent from an accredited institution, an active license to practice in New Brunswick, and at least three years of litigation experience. Candidates should demonstrate solution-based leadership, strong negotiation and advocacy skills, and client-retention capabilities; Family Law litigation experience is an asset.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Professional Development Budget
- Internal Advancement Opportunities
Listed skills
- Training · Preferred
- case management · Preferred
- Negotiation · Preferred
- Team Leadership · Preferred
- Business development · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Litigation
- Legal Advocacy
- Team Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Mentoring
- Training
- Case Management
- Business Development
- Community Engagement
- Negotiation
- Client Retention
- Family Law
Job areas
- Legal
- Management & Leadership