Child Welfare Legal Counsel – First Nations Focus

Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A Child Protection Agency in Sudbury, ON, is looking for a Legal Counsel to provide legal services and consultation on child welfare legislation. The successful candidate must hold a post-graduate degree in Law and be a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada, with a minimum of three years of relevant practice experience. Strong leadership and outstanding litigation skills are essential. This position emphasizes support for families and community involvement, with a preference for Anishinaabe applicants.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada.
• Minimum of three (3) years practice experience in child welfare and family law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal services and consultation to Society staff on legislation interpretation.

Skills

Knowledge of First Nation communities standards legislation

Leadership skills

Outstanding litigation skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Ability to mediate and negotiate

Education

Post‑graduate degree in Law (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

A Child Protection Agency in Sudbury, ON, is looking for a Legal Counsel to provide legal services and consultation on child welfare legislation. The successful candidate must hold a post-graduate degree in Law and be a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada, with a minimum of three years of relevant practice experience. Strong leadership and outstanding litigation skills are essential. This position emphasizes support for families and community involvement, with a preference for Anishinaabe applicants.