Associate Lawyer - Ritch Williams & Richards

October 21, 2026
Associate Lawyer (4+ Years) – Insurance Defence Litigation
Ritch Williams & Richards is a boutique litigation firm based in downtown Halifax, focused on insurance defence and marine law. We act for leading national and international insurers on complex and high-value matters. We are seeking a motivated Associate Lawyer (with 4+ years’ of experience) to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys litigation, takes ownership of their files, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with clients, take on meaningful responsibility, and continue building your practice alongside an experienced and supportive team.
What You’ll Do
Manage and advance litigation files from initial referral through to resolution with increasing autonomy and take ownership of your own files and practice
Prepare pleadings, motions, and other court materials
Prepare detailed liability and damages assessments, and opinions
Prepare for and conduct discoveries, mediations, and Judicial settlement conferences
Work closely with partners on complex insurance defence matters
Build strong client relationships and contribute to excellent client service
Develop and grow your practice with the support of experienced lawyers and a strong team
What You Bring
Member in good standing with a Canadian provincial bar, preferably the Nova Scotia Bar (or eligible for admission to the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society)
At least 4+ years of litigation experience, preferably insurance defence
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Sound judgment, attention to detail, and professionalism
A team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently
A genuine interest in litigation and a desire to build and grow your own practice
What We Offer
The opportunity for responsibility and client exposure with the autonomy to take ownership of your practice
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience
Paid vacation, plus additional health and wellness days
Office closure over the holiday season – because “out of office” is sometimes the best policy
Firm paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plans
Annual Health and Wellness allowance, clothing allowance, and cellphone reimbursement
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Regular Firm-sponsored social events and opportunities to get together outside the office — because work shouldn’t be all work!
At Ritch Williams & Richards, we work hard, do interesting work, and genuinely enjoy working together. Our goal is to provide excellent service and strong results for our clients while being the go-to insurance defence and marine law boutique in Atlantic Canada. We are looking for lawyers who want to grow with us, build a practice they’re proud of, and have some fun along the way.
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