Staff Lawyer
3 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Staff Lawyer to join our Indigenous Justice team. As a Staff Lawyer, you will play a critical role in representing Indigenous clients facing criminal charges and advocating for their rights within the child protection and criminal justice systems.
Key Responsibilities- Represent Indigenous clients in criminal and child protection matters, providing summary legal advice and individual case representation.
- Develop solutions to complex legal problems, focusing on early resolution and advocating for diversion from the formal court system.
- Collaborate with Indigenous, local, provincial, and federal government agencies and service providers to ensure clients have access to culturally safe and Indigenized programs and services.
- Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date client files, adhering to our organization's policies.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with Indigenous communities, employees, and stakeholders, including service providers, police, and other crown agencies.
- Represent the organization in meetings, community events, and with other organizations, as assigned.
- Develop and conduct workshops to train community members and the public on various issues related to criminal law, child protection, family law, civil law, and mediation.
- Work together with the IJC team to maintain a welcoming and high-functioning centre, supporting colleagues and community partners.
- Membership or eligibility for membership of the Law Society of British Columbia.
- Experience in the respective area of law, including practice of criminal, family, child protection, poverty law, and immigration law.
- Knowledge of the structure and procedures of Canada's Criminal Justice System, including the Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and Gladue principles.
- Knowledge of the structure and procedures of British Columbia's child protection system, including the Child Family and Community Services Act and Bill C-92.
- Ability to synthesize complex legal problems and propose creative solutions.
- Understanding of Indigenous issues, cultures, and community groups, as well as current issues affecting Indigenous communities.
- Experience and interest in Public Legal Education.
- Solid computer skills and a good understanding of new technologies within a dynamic work environment.
- Excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet heavy case/work load demands and deadlines.
- Extended benefits package, including extended health and dental, personal days, paid vacation, and RRSP/TFSA savings plans.
- Full-time position (35 hours/week) with a flexible hybrid work arrangement available.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the Indigenous justice sector.
We recognize the value of diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Preference will be provided to Indigenous applicants in accordance with section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code.
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