Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Firm: LM Legal Solutions (formerly Lenehan Musgrave LLP)
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
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About the Opportunity
LM Legal Solutions (formerly Lenehan Musgrave LLP) is a boutique law firm, committed to its strong roots in the Dartmouth community, with offices in King’s Wharf. We are dedicated to meeting client needs through team work, excellence in practice, and prioritizing client service.
We are currently seeking a motivated Lawyer to join our team, focusing on Family Law, Real Estate Law, or a hybrid of both.
We are open to hiring for this position as either an Associate Lawyer or a Staff Lawyer. Whether you are looking to build a long-term, client-facing practice as an Associate, or prefer the focused, internal, file-management nature of a Staff Lawyer role, we have the infrastructure to support your career goals.
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Key Responsibilities
- Family Law: Drafting domestic contracts (Cohabitation, Marriage, and Separation Agreements); managing files involving divorce, parenting arrangements, support, property division, etc.; representing clients in court; communicating effectively with opposing parties and/or lawyers.
- Real Estate Law: Managing residential and/or commercial transactions from start to finish; reviewing Agreements of Purchase and Sale; conducting title searches and mortgage documentation.
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Who You Are
- Qualified: A member in good standing with the Nova Scotia Bar Association.
- Experience: at least 1 year of experience as a lawyer in Family and/or Real Estate law.
- Versatile: Comfortable managing a diverse caseload with varying degrees of complexity; and an ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Client-Centric: You bring empathy and clear communication to every interaction, understanding the personal nature of these practice areas.
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Why Join Us?
- Mentorship: Direct access to lawyers at different stages of practice, and a collaborative team environment.
- Competitive Compensation
- Holiday Office Closure: our office is closed on days when the Court is closed, as well as an extended period over the holiday season.
- Benefits: Paid vacation; health and dental benefits.
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How to Apply
Please submit your Resume and a Cover Letter in confidence to Hannah Rubenstein at hannah@lmlegalsolutions.ca. We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Deadline/Expiry Date: 06/15/2026