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2 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Criminal Duty Counsel Specialist to join our team at Legal Aid Ontario.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal services in a cost-effective manner, representing clients for bail hearings, guilty pleas, and remands both in-person and remotely.
Courageous advocacy is essential as you will work with clients dealing with mental health issues, poverty, racism, and homelessness. You will liaise with stakeholders, including detention center staff, police division staff, Crown Attorneys, court staff, and community agencies.
Key accountabilities include:
- Providing legal advice to clients in or out of custody
- Representing clients in specialty courts, including Mental Health, Gladue, Domestic Violence, Drug Treatment, and Youth courts as required
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge about criminal law and practice
- Timely file management, as per LAO requirements
- Data collection, including timely recording of services provided
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Significant criminal law court experience
- Well-developed interview skills, including a proven ability to identify vulnerable clients
- Proven ability to document client files, including advice to clients and instructions
- Prior training, advocacy experience, or demonstrated interest in mental health, Indigenous, addictions, homelessness, and youth issues
A competitive salary of $83,343 - $142,422 per year awaits the ideal candidate. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our clients and ensuring access to justice for all.
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