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About Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation
We are a leading provider of legal services to Nishnawbe-Aski Nation community members. Our mission is to deliver high-quality legal services that meet the unique needs of our clients.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Lawyer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal services to our clients, including representation in court, drafting legal documents, and providing legal advice.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality legal services to Nishnawbe-Aski Nation community members, including representation in court and drafting legal documents.
- Conduct research and analysis to stay up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations.
- Develop and maintain relationships with community members, organizations, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with other legal professionals to achieve common goals.
- Stay organized and manage multiple files and cases simultaneously.
- Meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work products.
Qualifications
- Must be a lawyer, called to the Bar in Ontario, with relevant experience in Criminal law, Family law, and administrative matters and understanding of Indigenous law and justice.
- Must have a membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
- Excellent case and file management skills, administrative and coordination skills, stress management and time management skills, ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport; effective verbal and listening communication skills specifically in conflict resolution and nonviolent crisis intervention; excellent interviewing and counselling skills.
- Experience working within the Canadian legal system and knowledge of Indigenous justice issues would be an asset.
- Proficient working knowledge of SharePoint/PeopleSoft, MS Office Software, Internet, and general office equipment.
- Knowledge of the legal resources in the community for individuals, youth, and families.
- Ability to speak the language or knowledge of NAN First Nation languages an asset.
Benefits
- 6% pension matching
- 100% employer paid health benefits.
- 3 weeks paid vacation after your first year.
Working Conditions
- Full-time position (35 hours per week)
- Salary in accordance with established pay grid and commensurate with education/experience
