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Senior Legal CounselKenora Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services • Thunder Bay, ON, Canada
Senior Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel

Kenora Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services • Thunder Bay, ON, Canada
Il y a plus de 30 jours
Type de contrat
  • Temps plein
Description de poste

Job Description

Job Description
Position Summary:
The Senior Legal Counsel is responsible for representing the Agency in all legal matters related to the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA), including (but not limited to) the preparation and presentation of cases in Superior Court of Justice and all other Hearings, Tribunals, and Boards, through to the completion of appeals. Senior Legal Counsel also provides legal consultation with Agency staff on matters relevant to protection case work. The incumbent acts as primary liaison between the Agency and the courts to promote efficient conduct of child protection litigation and oversees the Legal Services unit.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
  • Sound knowledge of legislation that concerns children and families, particularly the CYFSA.
  • Sound knowledge of the processes and procedures involved in litigation, including current legal decisions and relevant techniques.
  • Sound knowledge of legal research is necessary.
  • Ability to mediate with other parties regarding what is in the best interests of the child and the Agency.
  • Skilled in assessing the evidentiary merits of a child protection case as described by Agency staff and other witnesses.
  • Proven organizational and administrative skills.
  • Leadership skills.
  • Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Some travel within the region and the ability to work flexible hours required.

Qualifications:
  • LL.B. from recognized School of Law.
  • Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience practicing in family law, child representation, child protection, young offenders, or relevant/similar experience.
  • Management experience is an asset.

Required:
  • Must possess a valid Ontario Driver's Licence or the equivalent.
  • Must produce a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
  • Must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Upper Canada and licensed to practice law in Ontario (or eligible for licensure).


About Kenora Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services:

Kenora-Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services is a non-profit community organization funded by the Government of Ontario, legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect through the Child and Family Services Act.

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