Our Client Our client, a leading full-service Atlantic Canadian law firm, is seeking a Wills & Estates Associate to join its growing Halifax practice. This is an excellent chance to work on sophisticated estate matters within a collaborative, well-resourced firm, with a strong existing workflow and a explicit path toward partnership. No existing book of business is required.

Responsibilities - Advise clients on estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney and personal directives.
Work on sophisticated and high-value estates, including wealth transfers, trusts and multi-generational planning.
Assist with probate and estate administration matters.
Handle estate litigation matters as appropriate.
Manage files and client relationships independently while collaborating with lawyers across the firm.
Develop a long-term Wills & Estates practice supported by strong internal referrals.





Requirements - 3+ years of Wills & Estates experience, ideally representing at least 60% of your current practice.
Strong preference for substantive estate planning experience, particularly complex or high-value matters.
Estate litigation experience is considered an asset.
Strong client service, communication, legal writing and practice management skills.
Ability to independently manage files while working collaboratively within a team.
Member in positive standing of a Canadian law society and able to practise in Nova Scotia.
Open to candidates across Canada who are interested in relocating to Halifax, particularly those with ties to Atlantic Canada. Ref #LI1779

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