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 current 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 professional 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.

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