Summer Law Student

4 weeks ago


Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

**Competition #**: 42512

**Department**: Public Prosecution Service

**Location**: HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**: Casual

**Union Status**: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

**Closing Date**: 19-Apr-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Public Prosecution Service (PPS) offers a unique and meaningful opportunity to contribute to justice and public safety. Established in 1990 as the first statutorily based independent prosecution service in Canada, the mandate of the PPS is rooted in its commitment to ensuring fair and equal treatment in the prosecution of criminal and provincial statutory offences.

**More information about the PPS is available here**:
About Our Opportunity

As one of two (2) Summer Law Students, you will carry out special projects. You will observe and be involved in the work of the PPS, and you will assist with updating PPS policies.

Primary Accountabilities

You will be accountable for providing effective and efficient legal support to Crown attorneys by conducting research, preparing legal memoranda, assisting in the preparation of Crown submissions to Courts or tribunals, and assisting with victim/witness court preparation. You will be responsible for gathering and analyzing legal and non-legal information, and for drafting policy and procedure statements under lawyer supervision.

Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this opportunity you have completed your first or second year of study at a recognized Canadian law school by the anticipated start date, be eligible to work in Canada, and be returning to your university law/J.D. program in the fall of 2024 or next applicable semester. Preference for students who have completed a course(s) in criminal law, constitutional law, evidence law, criminal procedure, or other related course work and/or post-secondary experience, and who are interested in learning about Canadian criminal law practice and procedure.

Process

**Stage 2 - Interviews**:
Interviews will be offered to selected applicants.

Working Conditions

Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.

Additional Information

These are two (2) law student positions running from approximately May 6, 2024 to August 30, 2024.

What We Offer

A dynamic and progressive work environment, with some flexibility around your work schedule.
Opportunity to be involved in important projects and initiatives to support the PPS in its service.

**Pay Grade**: HOURLY

**Salary Range**: $25.14 - $25.14 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:
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