Lead legal strategies at Nova Scotia Health as a Legal Counsel in the East Coast Forensic Hospital. This role focuses on mental health law and providing robust legal support.As a Legal Counsel, you'll report to the Associate General Counsel, providing critical legal guidance to Nova Scotia Health employees and leadership. This full time, two-year position emphasizes your expertise in health law, administrative law, and privacy law while addressing complex, multidimensional legal challenges. You'll collaborate with the Mental Health and Addictions Program,



ensuring legal representation for various services.Key Responsibilities:Provide legal advice to Nova Scotia Health's leadershipRepresent NSH in legal matters with external partiesAnalyze and resolve complex legal issues independentlyAdvise on mental health law and administrative proceduresCollaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and legal teamsRequirements:Bachelor of Law (LLB/JD) requiredMinimum 8 years relevant legal experiencePractising member of the Nova Scotia Barristers' SocietyStrong analytical and research skillsExcellent oral and written communication abilitiesElevate legal guidance in health law, mental health, and ethics at Nova Scotia Health.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Legal Counsel At Nova Scotia Health (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Nova Scotia Barristers' Society
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality