Courthouse Reporter, Halifax (Legal News / Journalism)
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Mediabistro is hiring a mid-level Courthouse Reporter, Halifax (Legal News / Journalism). This is a full-time role in Halifax Regional Municipality. posted 5 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Halifax, NS, Canada | Part-Time (20+ hrs/wk) | CAD $40/hr
About the Role
A California-based national legal news service is hiring a reporter to cover civil court filings in and around Halifax. The reporter visits the Halifax Supreme Courthouse to review and summarize new civil lawsuits and reviews appellate court rulings. A legal background is not required, but demonstrated interest and ability in journalism is necessary.
Beyond courthouse coverage, the reporter is encouraged to pitch and write nationally targeted news and feature stories covering law, politics, the environment, culture, and other general topics in and around Halifax. Some benefits are available.
What the Role Covers
- Visiting the Halifax Supreme Courthouse to review and summarize new civil lawsuits
- Reviewing and summarizing appellate court rulings
- Pitching and writing nationally targeted news and feature stories on law, politics, environment, culture, and general interest topics
- Covering Halifax and surrounding areas for a national audience
Qualifications
- Demonstrated interest and ability in journalism
- Ability to visit the courthouse in person
- Legal background not required
To Apply
- Visit Mediabistro for full details and application instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Courthouse Reporter, Halifax (Legal News / Journalism) position at Mediabistro?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Mediabistro. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Courthouse Reporter, Halifax (Legal News / Journalism) position at Mediabistro located?
This position is based in Halifax Regional Municipality. Mediabistro has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Courthouse Reporter, Halifax (Legal News / Journalism) at Mediabistro earn?
Mediabistro has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Courthouse Reporter, Halifax (Legal News / Journalism) role at Mediabistro posted?
This role was posted on June 19, 2026 (5 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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