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Barrister & SolicitorGovernment of Alberta • Calgary, Alberta, CA
Barrister & Solicitor

Barrister & Solicitor

Government of Alberta • Calgary, Alberta, CA
23 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Barrister & Solicitor – Family and Surrogate Court Litigation Team (FASCL)

Location: Calgary, Alberta. Full time, 36.25 hours per week. Classification: Civil Crown Counsel 1‑3.

Salary ranges (bi‑weekly):

  • Civil Crown Counsel 1: $3,947.31 – $4,972.47 (Annual $103,025 – $129,781)
  • Civil Crown Counsel 2: $5,593.60 – $6,926.96 (Annual $145,993 – $180,794)
  • Civil Crown Counsel 3: $7,450.08 – $8,260.75 (Annual $194,447 – $215,605)

Job responsibilities include:

  • Representing Children and Family Services on court applications, trials, and appeals in CYFEA matters at all levels of court.
  • Providing legal advice on the CYFEA, the Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families, and related Director obligations.
  • Representing the Director of Maintenance Enforcement and the Director under Part 5 of the Income and Employment Supports Act in child support matters.
  • Preparing legal opinions and advice in written and verbal form for ministries and clients, with confidentiality and sensitivity.
  • Drafting clear, concise legal opinions and court applications.
  • Participating in high‑risk and complex proceedings.
  • Working collaboratively with clients to advance government priorities and assess legal risks.
  • Co‑ordinating legal advice and services across teams.
  • Reviewing documents for disclosure in legal proceedings.
  • Travelling within Alberta to support clients in regional court locations as necessary.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Law degree (LL.B. or JD) and current active membership or immediate eligibility for full membership with the Law Society of Alberta.
  • Civil Crown Counsel 1: 0–4 years of experience.
  • Civil Crown Counsel 2: Minimum 4 years of experience.
  • Civil Crown Counsel 3: Minimum 11 years of experience.

Desired assets:

  • Knowledge of CYFEA, the Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families, Maintenance Enforcement Act, Family Law Act, and Child Support Guidelines.
  • Trial experience in child protection, family law, or criminal contexts.
  • Experience with Constitutional/Aboriginal Law and appeals, judicial reviews, or administrative tribunals.
  • Negotiation and alternative dispute resolution skills.
  • Experience building relationships with clients and stakeholders.
  • Prior crown prosecutor experience is acceptable.

Closing date: August 10, 2026.

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