Bilingual Immigration Staff Attorney

5 days ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Legal Aid Ontario Full time
About the Role

Legal Aid Ontario is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Bilingual Immigration Staff Attorney to join our team. As an integral partner in the justice system, we are committed to providing access to justice for our clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Represent clients before all divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB)
  • Handle Pre-Removal Risk Assessments (PRRAs), humanitarian and compassionate (H&Cs) applications, and deferrals with CBSA and IRCC
  • Represent clients in Federal Court, including complex test case litigation and motions seeking stays of removal
  • Represent clients in immigration detention, including detention reviews and related Federal and Superior Court matters
Community and Legal Education
  • Present information about LAO immigration services and refugee law to legal and refugee communities
  • Provide brief services and general summary legal advice to duty counsel clients
  • Participate in legal education initiatives
Requirements
  • Multiple years of experience in complex refugee and immigration law, including appellate matters
  • Demonstrated fluency in both English and French
  • Strong commitment to assisting vulnerable individuals with precarious immigration status and related marginalization
  • Sensitivity towards individuals with mental health and addiction issues
Union and Benefits

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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