Articling Student

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Canada Legal Aid Ontario Full time

Union: The Society
- Job Number: J0523-0089
- Job Title: Articling Student - Criminal & Family (10 months)
- Job Type: Articling Student
- City, Province, Country: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
- Job Location: Hamilton
- Job Category: Legal
- Job Classification: AS
- Role Designation:
- LAO Workplace Based - Role is physically based in an in-person LAO workplace.- Open Positions: 1
- Posting Date: May 3, 2023
- Closing Date: May 17, 2023
- Salary: $1,202.06/Week

Legal 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.

**Primary function**:
Are you going to law school so you can work within the fields of social justice or public interest and make a real difference in the lives of those who are the most vulnerable? If so, Legal Aid Ontario (“LAO”) wants to give you that opportunity. Start your career with an articling position with LAO, and see how rewarding a career in public service can be.

LAO invests in and fosters the long-term development of its lawyers - a process that starts with the summering and articling experience. Students are provided with the opportunity to experience different areas of law, giving you a comprehensive articling experience in social justice.

Home location: Hamilton criminal & family courts
Secondary & Tertiary locations: not applicable

Compensation: $62,507.00 per annum prorated for 10 months (approximately 1,202 per week) plus benefits.
Area of Search: Students eligible to article in 2024-25
Assignment: 10 month contract, start date will be summer 2024

Reporting to: Manager of Legal Services

**Key accountabilities**:

- Examples of the type of work that our students may be exposed to include the following:
- Duty counsel services in criminal court: interview clients and sureties, draft surety declarations, act as intermediary between duty counsel and private counsel or Crowns, conduct guilty pleas, assist with case management courts, conduct legal research, file management, reporting, referrals, and other duties as assigned.

**Required skills & experience**:

- Eligible to undertake articles in Ontario.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice or public interest work.
- Demonstrated excellent writing and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
- Solid understanding of the mission of Legal Aid Ontario.
- Proven understanding in providing excellent client service to vulnerable populations.
- Intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and video platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
- Access to vehicle and travel to court and LAO office locations.
- Fluency in both English and French is an asset.

How to apply:
- Interviews will be held virtually on May 29, 30 & 31, 2023.

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.-
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Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency. Our recruitment process reflects our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request.

Legal Aid Ontario encourages applicants from equity seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who are First Nations, Inuit or Métis descent, persons with disabilities, women, members of racialized communities and the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We recognize the value of diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to addressing systemic barriers, and 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.

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