Staff Lawyer - Toronto, Canada - Legal Aid Ontario

Legal Aid Ontario

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Company Bio

Legal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients.
As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job.

It's an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law.

If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below.

Primary function

As a result of the pandemic, services are currently being provided both virtually and on site, with mínimal "on-site" supervision.

Some courts and tribunals require appearances in person, for others, it is a combination of in person and virtual. Flexibility is required based on operational needs.

Home Location:
Refugee Law Office, Toronto

Secondary/Tertiary locations can include:
Hamilton RLO, Federal Court, provincial jails and/or an Immigration Holding Centre

Reports to:
Refugee Law Office (Toronto) - Manager/Lawyer
Key accountabilities

Representing clients in matters before all divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB)
Representing clients in Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRAs), humanitarian and compassionate (H&Cs)
Representing clients before the Federal Court including in complex test case litigation and motions seeking stays of removal
Representing clients in immigration detention, including in detention reviews and in Federal Court and Superior Court matters stemming from issues related to immigration detention
Presenting information about the Refugee Law Office and refugee law to legal and refugee communities
Participating in legal education initiatives
Performing other duties as assigned

Required skills & experience

Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Experience providing legal representation in complex refugee and immigration law, including in appellate level matters
Demonstrated commitment to assisting vulnerable persons with precarious immigration status and related experiences of marginalization, including those with mental health and addiction challenges, and involvement with Canada's criminal justice system
Sensitivity and understanding towards those with mental health and addictions challenges
Ability to work independently and unsupervised in a fastpaced environment while also demonstrating collaboration and teamwork with colleagues and other stakeholders

Preferred skills & experience

Training and mentorship experience in a legal setting an asset
Lived experience as an immigrant and/or within immigrant and refugee communities is an asset
Fluency in both English, French and in other languages (such as Arabic, Spanish, Tamil, Punjabi, and Dari/Farsi, Spanish, etc.) will be considered an asset.
Knowledge of word processing and videoconferencing technologies, including MS Teams, Word, and Adobe PDF

This position is represented by The Society of United Professionals and the employee will be governed by the provisions of the collective agreement and union dues will be deducted bi-weekly from date of hire.

Equity Statement

Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency. Our recruitment process reflects our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request.

Legal Aid Ontario encourages applicants from equity seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who are First Nations, Inuit or Métis descent, persons with disabilities, women, members of racialized communities and the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

We recognize the value of diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to addressing systemic barriers, and attracting and retaining diverse staff.

All interested and eligible people will be considered, with due consideration to all protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.