Provide criminal Duty Counsel services at Newmarket courthouse using courtroom advocacy and sound legal judgment. Support clients within Legal Aid Ontario’s justice-focused mandate.

Legal Aid Ontario seeks a Criminal Staff Lawyer reporting to the Manager, Legal Services. The lawyer will use criminal law knowledge, interview skills, client documentation, and advocacy experience. The work includes serving vulnerable clients and addressing complex legal issues.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide Duty Counsel services at Newmarket courthouse
- Represent clients during bail hearings and guilty pleas
- Conduct client interviews and identify vulnerable clients
- Document client advice and instructions in files
- Help train and mentor new staff and students

Requirements:

- Lawyer in good standing with Law Society of Ontario
- Significant criminal law court experience and advocacy skills
- Knowledge of Criminal Code and Canadian Charter
- Understanding of qualified conduct and criminal procedures
- Strong communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills

Apply criminal courtroom experience, client interviewing, and advocacy skills while providing Duty Counsel services for Legal Aid Ontario.

📌 Criminal Duty Counsel Lawyer Newmarket
🏢 Legal Aid Ontario
📍 Newmarket