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    Legal Counsel - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

    Government of Alberta
    Government of Alberta Edmonton, Canada

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Information
    Job Title: Legal Counsel
    Job Requisition ID: 58563
    Ministry: Justice
    Location: Edmonton
    Full or Part-Time: Full Time, however, Part-Time will be considered
    Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
    Permanent/Temporary: Contract (2 years)
    Scope: Open Competition
    Closing Date: May 23, 2024
    Classification: Justice Legal Counsel 2
    Salary: $6,281.68 to $7,779.06 biweekly ($163,951 – $203,047 per year)

    The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:

    The Court of Appeal of Alberta hears appeals in all areas of law from decisions of the Court of King's Bench, the Alberta Court of Justice, and provincial administrative and regulatory bodies.

    The Court of Appeal sits in both Edmonton and Calgary. Members of the Court also sit as members of the Courts of Appeal for the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

    To learn more about the Court of Appeal of Alberta please visit:

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    Role Responsibilities

    Legal counsel at the Court of Appeal assist the Court in the efficient administration of justice through the provision of legal and administration services. Under the general supervision of and reporting to the Chief Justice of Alberta and the Court's Executive Director/Registrar, this position assists one or two Court of Appeal Justices.

    Legal counsel help the Court prepare for the hearing of appeals and applications, conducting research and legal analysis, preparing legal memoranda, and editing and proofreading judgments. They review appeal materials and consult with the Justices on legal issues that may require additional research and assign and oversee that research by Court students. This role will also be accountable to support the Chief Justice with strategic communications and speech writing. This includes research and drafting speeches. Exceptional speech writing skills are required.

    Legal counsel must stay apprised of changes in legislation and case law. They maintain and update internal legal resources for use by the judiciary and judicial staff. They may draft and/or edit papers, speeches or presentation materials as requested. In addition, legal counsel may participate in Court administration committee work and help manage the student program. Legal counsel act as mentors to the articling students.

    Legal counsel must be able to adapt to change and work with evolving technologies such as e-filing, paperless court records and electronic hearings.

    Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills are essential, as are exemplary written and verbal communication skills. Well-developed legal research skills are required. Legal counsel must be able to work in a highly demanding environment with limited supervision.

    Qualifications

    A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) Degree supplemented with a minimum of four (4) years of related legal experience. Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta or eligibility for membership is required.

    Related legal experience includes extensive experience with Canadian legal research tools, well-developed research and analytical skills, and exceptional legal writing skills. It also includes prior court or tribunal experience.

    A strong academic standing is essential and an LLM is an asset. Law journal and other legal writing experience would be beneficial and would be considered an asset. Supervisory experience is considered an asset. Although not required, knowledge of French is considered an asset.

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    Notes

    Hours of Work:
    7.25 hours / 36.25 hours a week.

    Term of Employment:
    This position is a contract for 2 years, full-time/ 1.0 FTE position.

    Location:
    Law Courts, Edmonton

    In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience.

    Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

    Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

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