Come work with us!

We are not your average law firm.

At Stewart McKelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients - and our employees. Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future.

Our goal is to continue to invest in people who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart McKelvey, your whole unique self will belong.

In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness, and a competitive compensation & benefits package.

A few things in particular that we offer to our team include:

• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including work from home options
• A "Dress for your Day" policy
• Social events and staff retreats
• A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect

If this sounds like a work environment you'd thrive in, we may have just the right opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a Legal Support Student to join our team based in the Firm's Moncton, NB office for the 2025 summer months.

Type of Position: Full-Time, Contract (4 months)

Close Date: March 6, 2025

The Opportunity:

Our Legal Support Students are responsible for providing administrative support throughout the summer to the Firm's Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and Lawyers in multiple areas of law.

In particular, the successful candidate will assist with a broad range of administrative tasks, including processing mail, scanning / photocopying & binding documents, processing expense claims, maintaining a filing & bring-forward system, as well as other tasks & projects as assigned.

If you have an eye for detail, a high degree of organization & time management, enjoy working in a team environment, and are enrolled in or a recent graduate of a relevant post-secondary program, we want to hear from you!

Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

At Stewart McKelvey, we are committed to a workplace where you truly belong. We celebrate and respect the unique identities, perspectives, and experiences that each person brings, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued as part of our firm.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an interview and who require an accommodation are encouraged to speak with a member of the recruitment team and discuss what we can do to better support them during this process.

Interested Candidates:

For security purposes, applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and any other accompanying application documents in PDF format.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted and any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check.