Litigation Counsel — Regulatory & Administrative Law

Fonction publique de l'Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 142,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision care

Parental leave top-up

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is seeking a Litigation Counsel to join the Legal Services Division. The role reports to the Legal Director, Litigation, and focuses on providing high-quality legal advice and representing AGCO in various tribunals and courts.

The candidate must have significant public service/regulatory experience and a strong background in administrative law litigation. Requirements include a law degree (LL.B.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Law Degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.
• Eligible to work in Canada and undergo a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, timely, litigation focused legal advice on statutes and regulatory instruments.
• Represent AGCO in litigation at Tribunals, Divisional Court, and Court of Appeal for Ontario.
• Draft legal documents such as Letters of Incident, Orders, Notices of Proposal, Rulings, contracts.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including government agencies and law enforcement.
• Provide strategic legal advice to support AGCO's operations and regulatory processes.

Skills

Litigation experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Research skills

Education

Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.)

Job description

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is seeking a Litigation Counsel to join the Legal Services Division. The role reports to the Legal Director, Litigation, and focuses on providing high-quality legal advice and representing AGCO in various tribunals and courts.

The candidate must have significant public service/regulatory experience and a strong background in administrative law litigation. Requirements include a law degree (LL.B.