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Legal Advocate

9 hours ago

Saskatoon, Canada Nikbakht Law Full time

**Job Description - Legal Advocate (Quasi-Criminal Defence & Small Claims Litigation)Position Overview**

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Client Representation**:

- Appear before Provincial Court and administrative tribunals on quasi-criminal and regulatory matters (e.g., traffic offences, summary conviction proceedings).
- Represent clients in Small Claims Court up to the statutory monetary limit.
- **Case Management**:

- Manage a caseload of quasi-criminal and small claims files, ensuring deadlines and procedural rules are met.
- Gather evidence, prepare disclosure requests, and evaluate case strategy.
- Negotiate with Crown prosecutors, opposing counsel, and self-represented parties to achieve favourable outcomes.
- **Advocacy & Legal Strategy**:

- Develop effective courtroom strategies for trials, cross-examinations, and contested hearings.
- Identify Charter or procedural issues and bring appropriate motions when necessary.
- **Client Relations & Communication**:

- Provide clear, practical, and timely legal advice tailored to client objectives.
- Maintain regular communication to update clients on case progress.
- Uphold professional standards of confidentiality, integrity, and client service.

**Qualifications**
- Diploma, certificate, or degree in law/legal studies, paralegal training, or equivalent professional experience in advocacy.
- Strong knowledge of **provincial regulatory offences**, the **Traffic Safety Act**, **Summary Offences Procedure Act**, and **Small Claims Court rules and procedures**.
- Prior experience conducting trials, hearings, or negotiations is highly valued.
- Excellent oral advocacy, research, and legal writing skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain professionalism in high-pressure environments.

**Desired Skills & Attributes**
- Passion for client advocacy and access to justice.
- Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Confident, professional courtroom presence.
- Collaborative approach with colleagues and external partners.

**Employment Details**
- **Position Type**: Full-time (contract/employee, depending on arrangement).
- **Compensation**: $15/hour, with performance-based bonuses.
- **Location**: Saskatchewan, with flexibility for court appearances in multiple jurisdictions.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Work Location: In person