Staff Lawyer, CivPro & Estates

Location: Ontario

Our client

Is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to justice for low-income Ontarians.

Responsibilities

- Answer Hotline calls and provide summary legal advice on wills and estates, estate administration, powers of attorney, capacity, guardianship, and related court processes.
- Provide document assistance and help callers understand practical next steps in their legal matters.
- Stay current on developments in estates law, substitute decision-making, capacity, guardianship, and professional responsibility, and share relevant updates with staff.
- Contribute to volunteer recruitment and engagement, including presentations and in-person support at firm events.

Qualifications

- Licensed lawyer in valuable standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant legal practice experience.




- Strong working knowledge of Ontario law relating to wills and estates, estate administration, powers of attorney, substitute decision-making, capacity, and guardianship.
- Experience in civil litigation, Small Claims Court, housing, consumer law, employment law, corporate law, or related areas is an asset.
- Experience providing practical legal advice to vulnerable clients or clients facing barriers to legal assistance.
- Prior experience with Salesforce or another CRM is a significant asset.

Compensation & Benefits

- Salary: depending on experience.
- Competitive benefits and paid leave entitlements.
- Remote working environment.

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📌 Staff Lawyer, CivPro and Estates (Ontario)
🏢 BJRC Recruiting
📍 Ontario