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Criminal Defence Lawyer

4 months ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Davies McMahon LLP Full time

This is an excellent opportunity to join our Ottawa based criminal defence team. We represent clients charged with all types of criminal offences. Our practice includes trials and appeals. Appeals include matters in the Court of Appeal for Ontario and the Supreme Court of Canada.

Your duties will include interviewing clients, research, conducting pre-trial meetings, bail hearings, guilty pleas, trials and assisting on complex matters. You will also be part of our appellate practice and be involved in preparing first drafts of factums. You will do all this in a supportive environment designed to allow you to flourish.

Qualifications

JD degree
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Up to two years experience in criminal law
Recent graduates who will be called to the bar this spring/summer are welcome to apply
Must be able to demonstrate an interest in criminal law/social justice
Excellent writing skills essential
Ability to work effectively in a team
Ability to speak French is an asset but not essential

How to Apply

Please provide a CV, transcript of law school grades and a writing sample. Applications will be considered as they come in. Please note that this is not a job that can be done remotely. You will work from our office in Ottawa.