Duty Counsel Lawyer

1 day ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Accoravillage Full time
Job Title: Duty Counsel Lawyer - Edmonton

We are seeking a highly skilled Duty Counsel Lawyer to join our team in Edmonton. As a Duty Counsel Lawyer, you will provide legal representation to clients in adult and youth criminal courts, ensuring that they receive high-quality legal advice and representation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Represent clients in adult and youth criminal courts, providing expert legal advice and representation.
  • Interview clients, determine their needs, and provide them with advice about their legal options.
  • Negotiate release conditions and/or plea arrangements with Crown counsel for clients.
  • Review and provide legal opinions and summaries in relation to service eligibility for summary offences.
  • Complete and accurate statistical record keeping.
  • Compliance with office policy and procedures.
  • Participate in performance and staff meetings as required.
  • Assessment services in youth and adult criminal law.
  • Travel to attend various circuit courts as needed by operational requirements and assigned by Legal Services Manager (compensation for travel provided).
Qualifications:
  • Law degree from a recognized law school.
  • Active member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta or eligible for immediate membership.
  • 5 years' experience in adult and youth criminal law practice.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive wage
  • RRSP with 8% employer contribution
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Health and wellness accounts
  • Employee assistance program
  • Winter/Christmas closure (paid time off)

If you are a skilled and experienced Duty Counsel Lawyer looking for a new challenge, please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you.

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