23 Oct
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Government of Alberta
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Edmonton
23 Oct
Government of Alberta
Edmonton
Role Responsibilities Are you ready to use your legal skills in a cooperative and diverse environment while working on interesting, challenging, and unique litigation matters? Have a special interest in administrative law? If your answers are yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Legal Service Division’s Civil Litigation Team operates in Edmonton and Calgary.
It handles all types of civil litigation by and against the Government of Alberta except aboriginal law and constitutional matters.
One of its clients is Safe
Roads Alberta, the tribunal responsible for conducting administrative hearings under the authority of the to resolve disputes relating to administrative penalties for impaired driving under the .
Civil Litigation is looking for two lawyers whose primary role will be part of the team that conducts litigation on behalf of Safe
Roads Alberta.
This litigation will involve a significant volume of judicial review applications arising from adjudicator decisions,
as well as a steady volume of time sensitive interim applications.
Litigation on behalf of other Government of Alberta Clients will likely be required.
The position offers interesting and challenging work, including: Drafting a variety of court documents, briefs, and opinions Developing and implementing strategies and plans for litigation Frequently appearing in Alberta courts in various locations across the Province Conducting judicial reviews and interim applications in special and regular chambers To succeed in this role, you will need strong analytical skills, superior oral and written advocacy, and exceptional communication skills.
You must also enjoy handling time sensitive court applications, work collegially with a team, and possess strong client relationship skills.
The is provided for further details on this position.
📌 Barrister & Solicitor (Edmonton)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton