Legal Aid Ontario Lawyer Position

Enhance justice access as a Staff Lawyer at Legal Aid Ontario. Provide high-quality legal support and court litigation assistance for underrepresented clients within community legal clinics. As a Staff Lawyer, you will significantly impact community legal services by offering litigation support in various clinic law areas, including social assistance, housing, and human rights. Your role includes providing legal advice, assisting with evidence preparation, and co-counseling during court proceedings. Deliver essential training for caseworkers and support collaborative initiatives among clinics. Key Responsibilities: • Provide court litigation support to community legal workers • Offer strategic legal advice on clinic law procedures • Prepare and review court documents for litigation • Assist in developing evidence for legal cases • Participate in training and continuing legal education events Requirements: • Lawyer (L1) member in good standing with Law Society of Ontario • Significant experience in clinic law areas • Strong legal research and writing skills • Excellent oral and written communication • Ability to manage shifting priorities in a team Bring your expertise in legal writing and strategic litigation to support vulnerable clients with Legal Aid Ontario. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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