Provide criminal Duty Counsel services at Newmarket courthouse with Legal Aid Ontario, applying advocacy and sound judgment. This position is based in Newmarket.
Legal Aid Ontario seeks a lawyer experienced across criminal proceedings and familiar with LAO criminal Duty Counsel services. You will represent clients in bail hearings and guilty pleas, address complex legal issues, and work with vulnerable clients. The position reports to the Manager, Legal Services.
Key Responsibilities: Provide Duty Counsel services at Newmarket courthouse
Represent clients during bail hearings and guilty pleas
Interview clients and identify vulnerability requiring referrals
Document client advice, instructions, and files
Help train and mentor current staff and students
Requirements: Lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Significant criminal law court experience and advocacy skills
Knowledge of Criminal Code and Charter requirements
Experience serving marginalized and vulnerable clients
Excellent communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills
Bring criminal court experience, client-focused advocacy, and sound judgment to Legal Aid Ontario’s Newmarket Duty Counsel services.