- Review and determine financial eligibility for certificate and DC services.
- Co-ordinate decision making with other LAO departments, including District office, Duty Counsel CLSC, Investigations, CML, etc
- Implement performance measures in order to track clients assisted
- Provide general information, including procedural legal information, by responding to in-person, written and phone inquiries from lawyers, clients and other legal system partners, on the status of applications, appeals and referrals.
- Perform client and certificate file management activities, including providing clients with information related to legal aid and court proceedings.
- Support roster management within the district; review and report any issues to the Directors.
- Support Eligibility review office processes, including making entitlement decisions based on LAO's financial eligibility and policy criteria
- Outreach work with stakeholders, including clinics, institutions, court services and other community agencies to promote and expand service co-ordination opportunities
- Triaging clients in person and in a virtual setting for eligibility and referral to duty counsel
- Assisting with agency requests for private bar lawyers
- Organizing and liaison with per diem duty counsel
- Perform other duties as required
- Advanced writing skills
- Advanced knowledge of PeopleSoft
- Strong interpersonal, communication and interview skills
- Solid understanding of processes, rules and practice directions for all levels of court;
- Knowledge of relevant legislation;
- Detailed functional and theoretical knowledge of legal aid application rules and procedures, including eligibility review process, legal and financial eligibility criteria, and LAO policies and practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments, districts and offices.
- Ability to provide services in both French and English is required
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Dietary Aide, Temp Part Time
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 7 hours ago
Jarlette Health Services London, ON, Canada Part timeJoin our team as a Dietary Aide · Part Time Temporary Opportunity available · As a Dietary Aide under the direction of the Dietician/Food Service Supervisor, you are responsible and accountable for the delivery and service of meals, nourishments and the prepareation of dietary a ...
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Casual Educational Assistants
Found in: Adzuna CA C2 - 5 days ago
ApplytoEducation London, CanadaThe London District Catholic School Board has a reputation for excellence, with more than 3,800 employees working together to educate approximately 26,000 students at 43 elementary schools, 9 secondary schools and St. Patrick Adult and Continuing Education within Middlesex, Oxfor ...
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Child Care Staff
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 7 hours ago
The Salvation Army London, ON, Canada Part timeThe Salvation Army London Village has been an integral part of the London community since 1954 providing excellence in care to families in need. The London Village offers a variety of programs to meet the diverse needs of families including a Child Care Centre, Respite Program fo ...
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General Counsel
Found in: YadaJobs CA C2 - 4 weeks ago
Prime Management Group London, Canada TEMPORARYRanked in the top 100 of Canada's best employers for 2024 and one of Greater Toronto's top employers, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) is one of the largest insurance organizations in North America, covering over five million people in more than 300,000 workplaces ...
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Framer
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 day ago
Michaels London, Canada Temps partielStore - LONDON-WONDERLAND RD, ONÉtablir des relations avec les clients tout en créant des solutions d'encadrement mémorables pour leurs œuvres d'art. Aider les clients qui magasinent et être en mesure de trouver ce qu'ils recherchent. Conserver un environnement sécuritaire, propr ...
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Full Time Shift Coordinator
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 day ago
The Salvation Army London, Canada Full timeResponsibilities - weekends-rotational work schedule- required to remain within the city and approximately 1⁄2 hr. from the facility should it be necessary to go into the facility. Some travel is associated with this position. · Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. · Frequent lifti ...
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Specialist, Vendor Performance
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 5 days ago
FCT London, Canada Temps pleinSommaire de la compagnie · Venez travailler pour une entreprise qui est engagée dans la réussite de chacun de ses employés. C'est un milieu de travail où les innovateurs et les collaborateurs se rencontrent et tirent parti des talents de chacun. Un endroit où la diversité est a ...
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Dietary Aide-sb London
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 weeks ago
Southbridge Care Homes London, Canada Part timeThe Dietary Department is looking for Dietary Aide to become part of a dynamic team that ensures our Residents are provided with nutritious and delicious meals, that are prepared and served with love. If you are ready to be part of a great team, that is passionate about their wor ...
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Administrator, Insolvency
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 5 days ago
FCT London, Canada Temps pleinSommaire de la compagnie · Venez travailler pour une entreprise qui est engagée dans la réussite de chacun de ses employés. C'est un milieu de travail où les innovateurs et les collaborateurs se rencontrent et tirent parti des talents de chacun. Un endroit où la diversité est a ...
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Payment Processor
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 5 days ago
FCT London, Canada Temps pleinSommaire de la compagnie · Venez travailler pour une entreprise qui est engagée dans la réussite de chacun de ses employés. C'est un milieu de travail où les innovateurs et les collaborateurs se rencontrent et tirent parti des talents de chacun. Un endroit où la diversité est a ...
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Part Time Respite Support Staff
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 day ago
The Salvation Army London, Canada Part timeDescription · The Salvation Army London Village has been an integral part of the London community since 1954 providing excellence in care to families in need. The London Village offers a variety of programs to meet the diverse needs of families including a Child Care Centre, Res ...
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registered early childhood educator
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 4 hours ago
London Bridge Child Care Services Inc London, CanadaDurée de l'emploi: Permanent · Langue de travail: Anglais · Heures de travail: 40 hours per week · Education: · Expérience: · Education · College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years · Work setting · Child care centre · Tasks ...
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registered early childhood educator
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 55 minutes ago
London Bridge Child Care Services Inc London, CanadaWork Term: Permanent · Work Language: English · Hours: 40 hours per week · Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years · Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years · Work setting · Child care centre · Tasks · Develop a ...
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early childhood educator
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 3 days ago
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario London, CanadaDurée de l'emploi: Permanent · Langue de travail: Anglais · Heures de travail: 37.5 hours per week · Education: · Expérience: · Education · College/CEGEP · Work setting · Child care centre · Tasks · Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical ...
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early childhood educator
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 2 days ago
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario London, CanadaWork Term: Permanent · Work Language: English · Hours: 37.5 hours per week · Education: College/CEGEP · Experience: 1 to less than 7 months · Work setting · Child care centre · Tasks · Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emo ...
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Lead, Business Projects
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 days ago
FCT London, Canada Temps pleinSommaire de la compagnie · Venez travailler pour une entreprise qui est engagée dans la réussite de chacun de ses employés. C'est un milieu de travail où les innovateurs et les collaborateurs se rencontrent et tirent parti des talents de chacun. Un endroit où la diversité est a ...
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Director of Resident Quality Outcomes
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 days ago
peopleCare Communities London, CanadaROLE · As a member of the peopleCare Management Team, this position is directly responsible for the management and leadership of all RAI-MDS Assessment and outcome data, and the multidisciplinary documentation practices in the home. This person must be a currently certified RN o ...
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Temporary Full Time Housing Stability Bank Worker
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 7 hours ago
The Salvation Army London, Canada Full time (Contract)Description · The Salvation Army Centre of Hope Housing Worker in the Housing Stability Bank Department is responsible to assist in the organization, facilitation and delivery of Housing Stability Bank Programs including: Rental Assistance and Emergency Utility Assistance progra ...
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General Counsel
Found in: beBee S2 CA - 1 week ago
Prime Management Group London, Canada TEMPORARYRanked in the top 100 of Canada's best employers for 2024 and one of Greater Toronto's top employers, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) is one of the largest insurance organizations in North America, covering over five million people in more than 300,000 workplaces ...
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 11 hours ago
LabMinds Staffing & Recruiting, LLC St Thomas, ON, CanadaJob Description · Responsible for performing laboratory tests including waived, moderate and high complexity, to comply with applicable regulations of organizations governing laboratories and according to established procedures to aid the physician in the diagnosis and monitorin ...
Bilingual Legal Aid Worker - London, Canada - Legal Aid Ontario
Description
This position is responsible for supporting the West District by advancing a client's legal matter.The LAW will work under the direct supervision of a supervisor and will assess complex and high risk cases and will have decision making authority in criminal and family matters.
The LAW will review financial and legal information with clients and provide them with procedural information and referrals. The LAW will provide directors, managers, supervisor and staff lawyers with the details of the client's legal matter.Home Location:
London Courthouse
Other Locations:
Woodstock Courthouse. St. Thomas Courthouse and Stratford Courthouse, Goderich Courthouse
Reporting to:
Supervisor, West District
This position is represented by the OPSEU 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
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email.
Please note that all applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes.
Applicants may receive written correspondence regarding this job posting directly to the email address provided on their resume or to the one used to set up their Candidate Profile if applying on Njoyn.
As an applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure that you check your email regularly.First time applying to LAO? You will need to create a profile AND then apply for the position.
Already have an Njoyn account? Just sign in and select "my jobs" to apply.
Once you have successfully applied you will receive a confirmation email.
Trouble applying? For telephone support please call or email support:
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.