Paralegal / Junior Lawyer
1 week ago
Parents of Black Children Overview
For many decades, Black students have experienced anti-Black racism within the education system. Parents of Black Children (PoBC) was formed in response to this reality, advocating for the educational rights and well-being of Black children and families—particularly in York Region and across Ontario.
Working in partnership with African Canadian community groups across the province and Canada, PoBC aims to:
Collectivize Black parents
Create opportunities for knowledge exchange
Advocate on behalf of Black families
Drive systemic change in education
Learn more:
PARALEGAL / JUNIOR LAWYER POSITION
Parents of Black Children is seeking a Paralegal or Junior Lawyer to join our Advocacy Team, reporting to the Operations Manager. This is a critical role in advancing our legal advocacy work by supporting Black families with legal navigation and representation, and contributing to public legal education and systemic reform efforts.
Required Qualifications
● Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (Paralegal or Lawyer)
● Knowledge of clinic, administrative, education, and human rights law - Including Human Rights Tribunal complaint processes, deadlines, and procedures
● Familiarity with suspension and expulsion appeals in Ontario's education system (asset)
● Strong understanding of equity, anti-oppression, and anti-Black racism
● Demonstrated commitment to and experience in social justice advocacy (asset)
● Experience with public legal education, community engagement, or advocacy work
● Proven ability to navigate client management systems and maintain detailed records
● Strong organizational and project management skills
● Lived experience within Black communities and/or understanding of systemic barriers Education Requirement
● Paralegal applicants must have completed a Paralegal Education Program accredited by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) and be licensed to practice in Ontario.
● Lawyer applicants must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a recognized Canadian law school (or equivalent internationally accredited institution), and be licensed to practice law in Ontario through the LSO.
Key Responsibilities
● Provide summary legal advice, brief services, and referrals to Black families
● Represent clients at:
Administrative tribunals (e.g., HRTO)
Suspension and expulsion hearings
Small Claims Court (where applicable)
● Collaborate with PoBC teams to develop strategies around emerging legal and
legislative issues
● Draft legal documents, summaries, and submissions related to client and systemic
advocacy
● Contribute to and deliver public legal education workshops and materials
● Advocate for policy change through legal research, framework development, and engagement
● Supervise and mentor law students and interns
● Maintain case files, client records, and follow-up communications
● Provide some support for project coordination and stakeholder engagement
Salary & Benefits
● Annual salary: $85,000
● Contract term: 11 months
● Three (3) weeks paid vacation
● Paid sick leave
Work Environment
● Some travel required for in-person meetings and hearings
● Hybrid; Expected to attend scheduled in-office workdays at PoBC's office location
Start Date: Immediate (with some flexibility)
Application Deadline: November 7, 2025
To Apply:
Submit your resume to:
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 11 months
Pay: $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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