The Canadian Bar Association champions Canada’s legal profession and the rule of law in Canada. We are the largest association for legal professionals in the country, representing over 40,000 lawyers, judges, notaries, academics and students.

We connect our members to the people, knowledge and skills they need to successfully practice law.

We offer a strong, unified voice and promote fair justice systems, effective law reform, wellness and equity. We are the legal profession’s go-to source for high-quality legal training and information.

Position Summary Reporting to the Chief Advocacy Officer, the Advocacy Lawyer designs, manages, and delivers high-impact initiatives aligned with the CBA’s strategic priorities, while liaising with government officials, Parliamentary staff, internal CBA stakeholders, and members. Current priority areas include business law, environment and energy law, and immigration law, though assigned files may evolve with organizational needs.

Languages Bilingualism is required (English and French)

$73.86 per hour

Short term and Long term disability

EAP

Professional Development Funding

Yearly Wellness Credit

Pension

Responsibilities Monitors, identifies, and evaluates trends and issues in the legal profession and related professions

Develops, manages, coordinates, and assists on Advocacy Department projects and initiatives, and substantive issues arising from the mandate of Board Committees, Subcommittees, and Task Forces, as assigned

Monitors federal legislation and law reform initiatives

Develops and maintains effective contacts with federal officials, Parliamentary staff, and other relevant organizations

Advises CBA Sections, Subcommittees,



and Task Forces on legislative and policy initiatives within their respective mandates and develops government relations plans

Coordinates CBA responses to federal government initiatives, writing and editing submissions, advising on potential political implications for the CBA, and briefing CBA members on government relations and appearances before Parliamentary Committees

Monitors outcome of submissions and advises on follow-up responses

Advises Communications staff for media relations relating to law reform initiatives

Attends meetings and represents the CBA in substantive consultations

Responds to requests from CBA members, media, and the public on an ad hoc basis

Acts as liaison to Board Subcommittees and Task Forces, as assigned

Prepares briefing materials and communications for CBA Board and Committee members

Attends Section, Committee, Subcommittee, Task Force, and Association meetings, as assigned

Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB or BCL) or Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited university and membership in a provincial or territorial law society in Canada

Experience

Experience in project management, preferably in a law firm or volunteer-driven professional association

Experience in research and policy analysis and analyzing complex legal issues

Five years called to the bar

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities





Excellent written and oral communication skills in both official languages

Knowledge of law firm or in-house legal department setting in the private, public, or voluntary sector

Knowledge of federal government legislative and policy-making processes

Knowledge of Canadian Parliamentary processes

Ability to work as a team member, with groups and partners with opposing views

Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision

Ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced and time-constrained environment

Highly effective interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy

Availability for weekend meetings and ability to travel The CBA does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact those under consideration. All applicants are encouraged to join the CBA Talent Community which establishes a list that may be considered for similar positions of various tenures.

The CBA is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its learning, work environments, and in its operations. We encourage applications from traditionally marginalized groups. We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations.

To meet this obligation, the CBA will make appropriate accommodations available upon request. Please inform the CBA, in advance, of the need for accommodation(s) during the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation. Requests can be made by email to hr (@) cba.org.

📌 Advocacy Lawyer (Canada)
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