Housing Rights Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Canadian Centre for Housing Rights Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated lawyer to join our team at the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights. As a Housing Rights Lawyer, you will play a critical role in advancing the right to housing for all individuals in Ontario.

Key Responsibilities
  • Represent tenants before the Landlord and Tenant Board of Ontario at eviction hearings and other related proceedings.
  • Engage in mediation and negotiation with housing providers on behalf of clients to resolve disputes related to tenancies.
  • Represent tenants at Divisional Court and other courts and tribunals on matters related to their tenancies.
  • Keep accurate and up-to-date case notes, including demographic data, and enter data into relevant data and client management systems.
  • Engage in community outreach and build relationships with community partners, including other service providers, housing providers, and non-profit organizations.
  • Support the development of public education materials and programming to educate individuals and communities about their housing rights and the right to housing.
  • Facilitate workshops and conduct presentations and information sessions about housing rights as needed.
  • Meet with clients and stakeholders in person, as needed.
  • Supervise, coach, and provide direction to students, interns, and volunteers as needed.
Qualifications
  • Lawyer called to the Bar of Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience providing legal services related to housing to low-income clients in Ontario.
  • Experience representing clients before the Landlord and Tenant Board of Ontario.
  • Strong understanding of the housing and social sectors in Toronto and Ontario, housing law, and the barriers facing equity-seeking groups in housing.
  • Ability to travel throughout Toronto to meet with clients and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve, facilitate resolutions, and mediate conflict.
  • Ability to keep accurate, up-to-date records, enter data into a data management system, and manage multiple timelines.
  • Strong time management and file management skills, including sound knowledge of work planning.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with legal case management software.
  • Ability to serve clients in languages other than English is an asset.
What We Offer
  • A collaborative and cross-functional team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A generous benefits package.
  • A flexible and supportive work environment.

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