Bilingual Refugee Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Legal Aid Ontario Full time

Company Bio

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
This position will provide legal representation and advice to immigrants, migrants and refugees, in and around Ottawa and the Eastern District, before all Divisions of the Immigration and
As a result of the pandemic, services are currently being provided both virtually and on site, with mínimal "on-site" supervision. Some courts and tribunals require appearances in person, for others, it is a combination of in person and virtual.
Flexibility is required based on operational needs.
**Home Location**: Integrated Legal Services Office (ILSO), Ottawa
**Secondary/Tertiary locations can include**: Cornwall, Kingston, Brockville, Pembroke, Federal Court, federal and provincial jails and/or an Immigration Holding Centre
**Reports to**: Manager of the Integrated Legal Services Office (ILSO)
Key accountabilities
- Representing clients in matters before all divisions of the Immigration and

Refugee Board of Canada (IRB)
- Representing clients in Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRAs), humanitarian and compassionate (H&Cs)
- Representing clients before the Federal Court including in complex test case litigation and motions seeking stays of removal
- Representing clients in immigration detention, including in detention reviews and in Federal Court and Superior Court matters stemming from issues related to immigration detention
- Presenting information about the Refugee Law Office and refugee law to legal and refugee communities
- Provide brief services and general summary legal advice to duty counsel clients.
- Participating in legal education initiatives
- Performing other duties as assigned

Required skills & experience
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Experience providing legal representation in complex refugee and immigration law, including in appellate level matters
- Advanced language skills in both English and French
- Demonstrated commitment to assisting vulnerable persons with precarious immigration status and related experiences of marginalization, including those with mental health and addiction challenges, and involvement with Canada’s criminal justice system
- Sensitivity and understanding towards those with mental health and addictions challenges
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised in a fast-paced environment while also demonstrating collaboration and teamwork with colleagues and other stakeholders

Preferred skills & experience
- Training and mentorship experience in a legal setting an asset
- Lived experience as an immigrant and/or within immigrant and refugee communities is an asset
- Fluency in both English, French and in other languages (such as Arabic, Spanish, Tamil, Punjabi, and Dari/Farsi, Spanish, etc.) will be considered an asset.
- Knowledge of word processing and videoconferencing technologies, including MS

Teams, Word, and Adobe PDF
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.
Equity Statement

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.

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