2024 2l Summer Law Student

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Legal Aid Ontario Full time

Union: Non-Union
- Job Number: J0324-0145
- Job Title: 2024 2L Summer Law Student - Criminal & Family
- Job Type: Summer Student
- Contract Duration: 4 months
- City, Province, Country: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Job Location: Toronto
- Job Category: Legal
- Role Designation:
- LAO Workplace Based - Role is physically based in an in-person LAO workplace.- Open Positions: 2
- Posting Date: March 23, 2024
- Closing Date: April 7, 2024
- Salary: $19.00/HourLegal 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 function**:
Job Title: 2024 2L Summer Law Student - Family & Criminal

Assignment: Summer 2024 (May - August)
Compensation: $19.00/Hour
Home Location: Toronto
Secondary/Tertiary Location: 10 Armoury St., 2201 Finch Ave. West, 45 Sheppard Ave. E., 47 Sheppard Ave. E., 311 Jarvis St., and any other location where Duty Counsel services are offered

Reporting to: Manager of Legal Services

Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) offers law students a gateway to a varied and rewarding career in the social justice field. LAO is aimed at the long-term career development of its lawyers by providing opportunities for work in various areas of law across the province, and that development begins with a law student’s summer and articling experience.

LAO is currently recruiting talented law students who are committed to a long-term and varied career in providing access to justice. Consider the possibility of joining LAO where you can make a difference in the lives of low-income Ontarians.

**Key accountabilities**:

- As a summer student in Toronto, under the supervision of a lawyer you will be involved in matters that may include:
- Duty counsel services in criminal court: interview accused, contact and verify sureties, conduct surety interviews, act as intermediary between duty counsel and private counsel or Crowns, facilitate interviews for duty counsel, conduct guilty plea interviews, assist with set-date court, and other duties as assigned.

**Required skills & experience**:

- Student of recognized law school
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice or public interest work
- Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Understanding of the Legal Aid Ontario’s mandate and services
- Ability to work independently, solve complex problems, build relationships, and work with teams
- Experience in providing client service to marginalized populations such as racialized communities, youth, and those experiencing mental health or addiction challenges and/or homelessness
- French language skills are a preferred asset.

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- Equity Statement
- 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 ar



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