Senior Criminal Counsel work in Sault Ste. Marie and the Northeast District, using courtroom advocacy and legal research. Travel across the Northeast region is expected.Legal Aid Ontario seeks counsel for its provincial Senior Counsel Program. The successful candidate assists vulnerable clients with criminal matters, including full trial representation, while accepting court appointments. The work includes complex hearings, client advice, legal drafting, and mentorship.Key Responsibilities:
Carry eligible criminal matters through contested trialsConduct complex bail, fitness, NCR, and ORB hearingsAccept court appointments and advance appropriate litigationResearch law, draft documents, and advise clients clearlyMentor duty counsel and non-lawyer staffRequirements:
Membership in positive standing with the Law Society of OntarioSubstantial recent criminal law experience and demonstrated expertiseExperience before Ontario’s Superior and Ontario Courts of JusticeKnowledge of Canadian criminal law, procedure, and Charter rightsExcellent advocacy, communication, analysis, and problem-solving skillsApply senior criminal litigation, client advocacy, and legal research skills to vulnerable clients throughout Legal Aid Ontario’s Northeast region.
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