Junior Lawyer (Full-Time Contract)

Charity Village; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine engagierte Organisation sucht einen Junior Lawyer, um rechtliche Dienstleistungen für Überlebende geschlechtsspezifischer Gewalt anzubieten. In dieser Vollzeitstelle werden Sie eine wichtige Rolle spielen, indem Sie rechtliche Unterstützung für Frauen in Krisensituationen bereitstellen. Sie werden eng mit der Gemeinschaft zusammenarbeiten, um sicherzustellen, dass Frauen während des gesamten Familiengerichtsprozesses die notwendige Unterstützung erhalten. Diese Position bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem vielfältigen und integrativen Umfeld zu arbeiten, das sich für die Förderung von Frauen und die Bekämpfung von Gewalt einsetzt. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für das Recht und die Unterstützung von Frauen in Not haben, freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

Benefits

Bezahlte Gebühren für die Law Society und Law Pro

Qualifications

• Mitglied der Law Society of Ontario und Erfahrung im Familienrecht.
• Kenntnisse in Ontario Familienrecht und geschlechtsspezifischer Gewalt.

Responsibilities

• Bereitstellung umfassender juristischer Unterstützung für Frauen mit Familienrechtsproblemen.
• Aufbau von Beziehungen zu Anwälten, Gerichten und Gemeinschaftsorganisationen.

Skills

Mitglied der Law Society of Ontario

Erfahrung als Familienrechtsanwalt

Kenntnisse im Ontario Familienrecht

Verständnis für geschlechtsspezifische Gewalt

Interpersonelle und Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Organisations- und Recherchefähigkeiten

Schriftliche und mündliche Advocacy-Fähigkeiten

Führerschein und Zugang zu einem zuverlässigen Fahrzeug

Sauberer Strafregisterauszug

Job description

WOMEN IN CRISIS (ALGOMA) INC.Invites applications for the position ofJunior Lawyer (Full-Time Contract Until March 31, 2027)Reporting to the Community Services Supervisor and the Executive Directors, the Staff Lawyer will provide a range of legal services for survivors of gender-based violence as they move through the family court process.

Description

WOMEN IN CRISIS (ALGOMA) INC.
Invites applications for the position of

Junior Lawyer (Full-Time Contract Until March 31, 2027)

Reporting to the Community Services Supervisor and the Executive Directors, the Staff Lawyer will provide a range of legal services for survivors of gender-based violence as they move through the family court process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a wide range of legal and legal support services to women with family law issues, including full representation, unbundled legal services, legal coaching, summary legal advice, assistance with court applications, affidavits, and legal documentation, court accompaniment and referrals.
• Assist with Legal Aid applications and communication
• Build relationships with community-based family law lawyers,courts, and community agencies.
• Maintain current legal knowledge and accurate records
• Provide mentorship and support to other project staff and volunteers
• Other tasks as appropriate as the project develops

WORK SCHEDULE:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM with one unpaid hour for lunch, with flexibility to accommodate evening groups.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills:

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• One year of work experience as a family law lawyer or other relevant experience
• Familiarity with Ontario family law legislation and case law, including theDivorce Act, theChildren’s Law Reform Act, theFamily Law Act, theFamily Law Rulesand evolving Provincial, Regional, and local Practice Directions
• Basic understanding of gender-based violence
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good organizational and research skills
• Demonstrated written and oral advocacy skills
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Clear criminal record check

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Women in Crisis (Algoma) Inc. is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of The City of Sault Ste. Marie. We strongly encourage applications from qualified women, particularly those who can offer diverse perspectives and contribute to the further diversification of ideas, cultures, and sexual orientations.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification outlined but read this posting with excitement.

Priority will be given to candidates with experience related to violence against women.

COMPENSATION:

Starting Wage:$70,000 to $75,000

Paid Law Society and Law Pro fees

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit your cover letter andresumeto:

Kelly O’Donnell
Director of Programs and Staff
Women In Crisis (Algoma) Inc.
23 Oakland Avenue
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2T2
Phone: [phone]
Email:[e-mail]

A detailed job description is available at the above addresses.

Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

Closing date for applications is Friday May 23, 2025

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