Criminal Duty Counsel

2 months ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Legal Aid Ontario Full time

About the Role

Legal Aid Ontario is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Criminal Duty Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality legal services to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent clients in bail hearings, guilty pleas, and remands in-person and remotely.
  • Provide courageous advocacy on behalf of clients dealing with complex legal issues.
  • Liaise with stakeholders, including detention center staff, police division staff, Crown Attorneys, court staff, and community agencies.
  • Assist self-represented clients charged with criminal or quasi-criminal matters.
  • Assess clients' needs and make referrals to appropriate community services.
  • Provide legal advice to clients in or out of custody.
  • Represent clients in specialty courts, including Mental Health, Gladue, Domestic Violence, Drug Treatment, and Youth courts.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge about criminal law and practice.
  • Timely file management and data collection.
  • Remain adaptable and flexible in a changing environment.
  • Identify and communicate risks to Legal Aid Ontario.
  • Punctual attendance at court or online to perform daily duties.

Requirements

  • Lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
  • Practical understanding of the Rules of Professional Conduct.
  • Sound knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada, Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act, criminal law procedures, rules of evidence, and relevant case-law.
  • Previous experience in criminal law and strong advocacy skills in the Ontario Court of Justice.
  • Experience representing clients with complex legal issues, including bail hearings and guilty pleas.
  • Client-focused with excellent problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
  • Experience working with marginalized and vulnerable clients.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to learn and adapt to new or modified policies and procedures.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Significant criminal law court experience.
  • Well-developed interview skills, including the ability to identify vulnerable clients.
  • Proven ability to document client files and provide advice to clients.
  • Prior training, advocacy experience, or demonstrated interest in mental health, Indigenous, addictions, homelessness, and youth issues.
  • Proven ability to exercise sound judgment in stressful situations.
  • Knowledge and appreciation of the impact of criminal proceedings on immigration, family, and other poverty law issues.
  • Capacity to help train and mentor new staff or students.
  • Knowledge of Legal Aid Ontario's operations and mandate.
  • Demonstrated ability to use latest communication technologies.
  • Demonstrated commitment to social justice.

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