Position Staff Lawyer – 12‑month contract (Contract Duration: 12 months) – Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Salary: $95,678.79 – $163,502.20 per year. Opening Posting Date: June 19, 2026 – Closing Date: July 2, 2026. Job Summary Provide legal representation and advice to immigrants and refugees in matters before the Federal Court, particularly in emergency stays of removal. The role supports the Refugee Law Office in Toronto amid increased demand following Bill C-12 and changes to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Key Responsibilities Represent clients before the Federal Courts in urgent stay motions and potentially in complex appellate litigation. Serve clients in person at the Refugee Law Office Toronto. Represent clients before all divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board and in applications to IRCC and CBSA, such as PRRA, H&Cs;, and deferrals. Provide mentorship to junior lawyers, non‑lawyer staff, and members of the private bar. Participate in public legal educational initiatives. Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date client file records in accordance with LAO and LSO policies. Assist RLO‑Toronto Management when appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Experience Member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.



Extensive experience providing representation in Federal Court matters, including urgent stays of removal. Experience in complex refugee and immigration law cases, including appellate level matters. Demonstrated ability to work with clients with significant vulnerabilities. Experience mentoring junior counsel, non‑lawyer staff, and students. Ability to work independently and unsupervised in a quick‑paced environment while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders. Benefits Health, dental, life insurance, Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D;) insurance, Short‑Term Disability (STD). Generous paid time‑off policy: vacation days, sick days, discretionary days, statutory holidays. Eligible to enroll in the Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) administered by the Ontario Pension Board (OPB). Equity, Diversity & Inclusion All interested and eligible people will be considered, with due consideration to all protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodation Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and during employment at LAO. Please direct accommodation requests to the recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Staff Lawyer (12 Months) (Toronto) - C$95,678.8 - C$163,502.2 A Year
🏢 Refugee Law Office
📍 Toronto