Provide housing law services through SCLS, using advocacy and sound judgment for low income individuals and groups in a culturally diverse community.
This permanent full time Staff Lawyer position serves clients across housing matters. You will provide legal advice, conduct research, and pursue complex legal actions. The work includes residential tenancy, housing services, and human rights legislation.
Key Responsibilities: Provide summary advice, brief services, and housing casework
Conduct legal research with the legal team
Undertake appeals, judicial reviews, and complex actions
Represent SCLS to community groups on poverty law
Speak publicly and prepare legal education materials
Requirements: Law Society of Ontario membership in good standing
One to five years of relevant legal experience
Knowledge of key housing and human rights legislation
Strong advocacy, evaluation, and judgment skills
Commitment to social justice and positive social change
Apply housing law expertise, client communication, and collaborative advocacy to support SCLS services for low income communities.

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📌 Staff Lawyer Housing Law (Ontario)
🏢 Scarborough Community Legal
📍 Ontario