Staff Lawyer

2 days ago

Montreal administrative region, QC, Canada BJRC Recruiting Full-time

Is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to justice for all Ontarians.

Responsibilities

  • Answer Hotline calls and provide legal advice to callers on employment matters, civil litigation, and small claims court questions.
  • Assess applications from victims of workplace sexual harassment.
  • Draft letters and legal documents, including demand letters and workplace complaints.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with volunteer lawyers supporting the program.
  • Collaborate with external organizations to coordinate services and improve system navigation for clients.

Qualifications

  • Licensed lawyer with employment law experience preferred.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to navigate emotionally charged conversations with empathy and professionalism.
  • Comfortable engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including nonprofit partners, community organizations, and volunteer lawyers from major firms.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and program-management capabilities.
  • Proficiency with the MS Office suite and comfort learning new technologies.
  • Prior experience with Salesforce or another CRM is a significant asset.
  • Team-oriented, grounded, and collaborative, with a genuine commitment to access to justice.
  • Contract-based position with potential to convert to permanent.
  • Salary: depending on experience.
  • Competitive benefits and paid leave entitlements.
  • Remote working environment.

Ref# LI1469

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services