Senior Crown Prosecutor – 12‑Month Contract (Toronto Region)

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Toronto

On-site

CAD 100,000 - 170,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Defined-benefit pension

Health, dental, life and disability

Vacation and leave options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Ontario Public Service invites applications for a temporary Counsel to the Director of Crown Operations for the Toronto Region. The role supports prosecution and regional operations within Criminal Law Division, delivering legal analysis, strategic advice, and advocacy across regional matters.

The successful candidate will be a lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, with experience in Criminal Code, Charter rights, and prosecution procedures.

Qualifications

Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
Experience with the Criminal Code of Canada and Charter rights.
Strong research and advocacy skills.
Ability to manage case files and Jordan timelines.
Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

Provide legal and strategic advice on regional matters.
Ensure effective case management and Jordan timeline strategies.
Prepare correspondence and briefing notes for senior leadership.
Respond to public inquiries and requests.
Maintain professional relationships within the justice system and partner agencies.

Skills

Legal analysis

Advocacy

Research

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Law degree

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

The successful candidate will be a lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, with experience in Criminal Code, Charter rights, and prosecution procedures.

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