Duty Counsel
10 hours ago
Legal Aid Ontario is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Duty Counsel - Family Law Specialist to join our team in Ottawa.
Job Summary:
The successful candidate will provide family law duty counsel services to clients in the Ottawa courthouse, including providing procedural and summary legal advice, drafting and reviewing court documents, and representing clients in court.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide family law duty counsel services to clients in the Ottawa courthouse
- Provide procedural and summary legal advice to clients
- Draft and review court documents, including Applications, Answers, Motions, Affidavits, and Financial Statements
- Represent clients in court, including at first appearances, conferences, motions, and negotiations
- Advocate for clients in court and on court forms
- Assist unrepresented clients with Child Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) matters
- Provide advice lawyer services at the Family Law Information Center (FLIC) and other advice clinics
- Provide advice lawyer services on the Summary Legal Advice (SLA) telephone service for family law matters
- Maintain client files and conflict lists
- Record data and produce reports as required
Requirements:
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of relevant family law legislation and in particular child protection law
- Client-focused and able to provide sensitive and compassionate client service
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
- Results-oriented individual with accountability
- Ability to communicate with accuracy and fluency in both English and French
- Ability to represent clients in court and draft legal documents without need for review
Preferred Qualifications:
- Sound knowledge of Legal Aid Ontario's operations and mandate
- Prior family and CYFSA law experience
- Demonstrated interest in aboriginal legal issues
- Training or advocacy experience in relation to mental health issues
About Legal Aid Ontario:
Legal Aid Ontario is a non-profit organization that provides legal services to low-income individuals and families in Ontario. We are committed to providing high-quality legal services and promoting access to justice for all.
Why Work for Legal Aid Ontario?
At Legal Aid Ontario, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve.
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