Supervising Lawyer

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time

Supervising Lawyer (Prison Law) Term: January 2026 – December 2027 (two‑year term) About the Role The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law’s Downtown Legal Services (DLS) clinical program operates a student legal aid society (SLASS) clinic that provides free legal assistance to incarcerated and vulnerable populations. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Supervising Lawyer (Prison Law) directs legal services, manages and evaluates law students, and contributes to education, outreach and public advocacy activities. Responsibilities • Provide expert legal advice and representation in the area of prison law, corrections law and criminal justice litigation. • Supervise, manage, and evaluate law students working in the clinic as volunteers, for academic credit, and as summer employees. • Deliver ongoing clinic education on substantive and procedural law, advocacy skills, file management, legal research, professional responsibility, and client counseling. • Support community outreach, advocacy projects, and public legal education initiatives related to prison law. • Contribute to clinic operations, administrative matters, and policies, and provide input on the scope of clinic activities within the supervisor’s areas of responsibility. Minimum Qualifications Undergraduate degree and law degree (LL.B. or J.D.). LL.M. or a graduate degree in a related area is a strong asset. Good standing membership with the Law Society of Ontario. Training in anti‑racism and anti‑oppression practices. Experience Minimum 5 years of experience practicing prison law, corrections law, or criminal justice litigation. Experience training and supervising (or mentoring) law students or junior lawyers. Significant prior experience working with highly vulnerable communities and incarcerated populations. Experience in social justice, public interest settings, and community outreach activities. Prior supervisory or management experience is an asset. Skills Demonstrated legal expertise in prison and corrections law. Superior written, oral advocacy, and client counseling skills. Exceptional interpersonal, problem‑solving, analytical, and organizational skills. Effective project management and time‑management abilities. Computer proficiency (MS Office, legal research software, email). Other Considerations Ability to balance DLS’s dual mandate of client service and student education; familiarity with clinical legal education pedagogy; work under stress, meet deadlines, handle conflicting priorities; manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion; adaptability and creativity. Closing Date 12 January 2026, 11:59 PM ET Diversity Statement U of T welcomes diverse applicants, including Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Accessibility Statement We are committed to inclusive recruitment and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. Contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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