Litigation Lawyer

Location: Isthmus of Chignecto (River Hébert)

JMC is pleased to partner with Hicks LeMoine Law in recruiting a Litigation Lawyer to join their team, with the option to be based out of their Amherst, NS or Sackville, NB office.
Hicks LeMoine Law is a well-established general practice firm with over 50 years of experience serving clients across Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. With a small, dedicated team of lawyers, the firm offers expertise across Commercial Transactions, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Real Estate Law, Probate Law, and more, delivering responsive, client-centred service through a collaborative team approach.

Position Overview  Hicks LeMoine Law is seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join their practice. The successful candidate will work across a range of litigation matters including but not limited to commercial litigation, personal injury, estate litigation, employment litigation etc.

Key Responsibilities   Manage a litigation caseload of various types of litigation.
Handle all stages of the litigation process: drafting pleadings, discoveries, hearings, mediations, and trial.
Advise clients on legal strategy and case development in a clear, client-friendly manner.
Draft and review documents.
Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas, contributing to the firm's team-based service model.
Maintain organized files and meet all court deadlines and regulatory obligations.
Qualifications   Member in good standing with the Law Society of New Brunswick, the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society, or both (or eligibility for transfer).
Minimum 4 years of litigation experience.
Strong written and oral advocacy skills with the ability to independently manage a demanding caseload.
Excellent client communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
If you have questions about this opportunity, please reach out to Katie O'Neil at
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for next steps in the recruitment process will be contacted.