Job title: Hybrid Staff Duty Counsel
Company: Legal Aid Ontario
Job description: Union: The SocietyJob Number: J0525-0187Job Title: Hybrid Staff Duty CounselJob Type: ContractContract Duration (months): 15 MonthsCity, Province, Country: St Catharines & area, Ontario, CanadaJob Location: St Catharines & areaJob Category: LegalJob Classification: SLRole Designation: LAO Workplace Based – Role is physically based in an in-person LAO workplace.Open Positions: 1Posting Date: May 16, 2025Closing Date: May 30, 2025Salary: $90,186.96 – $154,117.41/YearLegal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients.As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law.If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below.Building a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve while promoting a safe culture and work environment that dismantles systemic barriers, welcomes fresh perspectives and embraces differences as a priority is a core value at LAO. LAO encourages applicants from equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who are First Nations, Inuit or Métis, Black and racialized, as well as persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.We recognize the value of equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to addressing systemic barriers, and prioritizing, attracting and retaining diverse staff. All interested and eligible people will be considered, with due consideration to all protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency. Our recruitment process reflects our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at LAO. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.Primary functionTo provide family and criminal duty counsel services in St. Catharines and throughout the Niagara Region, including Welland. Since this role requires occasional travel, applicants with readily available transportation or an ability to rent a vehicle are preferred.In Family Law: Duty Counsel is responsible for providing client service for family law matters at court and through the Family Law Service Centre (“FLSC”), both virtually and in person. Family Duty Counsel will be responsible for the intake and assessment of family law clients to determine the appropriate service for the clients, including service through duty counsel, referral to enhanced services through the FLSC, legal aid certificate or senior counsel representation. Duty Counsel is responsible for providing services including but not limited to: providing legal advice; drafting, reviewing and commissioning of family court documents and pleadings such as Applications, Answers, Motions to Change, Interim Motions, Default Disputes, Affidavits and Financial Statements; in court representation at various stages of a family court and/or child protection proceedings; supporting per diem duty counsel; maintaining records, and other duties as assigned.In Criminal Law: Duty Counsel is responsible for providing client service for criminal law matters, both virtually and in person at the courthouse. Criminal Duty Counsel will be responsible for the intake and assessment of criminal law clients to determine the appropriate service for those charged with criminal offences, including service through duty counsel or referrals for legal aid certificate and senior counsel representation. Duty Counsel is responsible for providing services including, but not limited to: providing legal advice; reviewing and drafting criminal court documents; negotiating resolutions with the prosecutor; in-court representation at various stages of criminal court proceedings; supporting per diem duty counsel lawyers; maintaining records, and other duties as assigned.Experienced candidates may also be assigned to mentor other staff and per diem lawyers, and to represent Duty Counsel/LAO at stakeholder meetings.Home position: St. Catharines
Secondary/Tertiary locations can include: Welland, other locations in NiagaraKey accountabilities
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To apply submit a cover letter & résumé.This position is represented by The Society of United Professionals and the employee will be governed by the provisions of the collective agreement and union dues will be deducted bi-weekly from date of hire.First Preference will be given to current members of the Society of United Professionals.Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified. Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal record check.Please note that all applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Applicants may receive written correspondence regarding this job posting directly to the email address provided on their résumé or to the one used to set up their Candidate Profile if applying on Njoyn. As an applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure that you check your email regularly.First time applying to a position with LAO? You will need to create a profile AND then apply for the position.
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Expected salary: $90186.96 – 154117.4 per year
Location: Saint Catharines, ON
Job date: Sun, 18 May 2025 07:37:23 GMT
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