Applications Judge

Government of Alberta
Edmonton
Full-time

Role Responsibilities

The Court of King’s Bench of Alberta and Alberta Justice welcome the interest of qualified lawyers who wish to be considered for appointment as a full-time Applications Judge in Edmonton and Calgary.

Under the general direction of the Chief Justice and Associate Chief Justices of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta, the Applications Judge is required to :

  • preside in Chambers;
  • preside in Bankruptcy Court as Registrar in Bankruptcy pursuant to the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act including taxation of accounts;
  • hear applications within their jurisdiction as defined in Sections 9 though 11 of the Court of King’s Bench Act; and
  • preside in matters requiring direction related to practice and procedure.

Applicants must be a Canadian citizen and a member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta; have extensive knowledge and familiarity with the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, Rules of Court of Alberta and applicable Provincial Statutes including Business Corporations Act, Maintenance Enforcement Act, Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act, Law of Property Act, Civil Enforcement Act, and must have a minimum of 10 years legal experience.

Fluency in French is considered an asset.

To be considered eligible, applicants must go through a screening process and be recommended for appointment by the Judicial Council.

Applications will be considered on the basis of criteria such as integrity, professional excellence, community and social awareness, cultural sensitivity, and personal suitability.

Restrictions on Other Employment

The successful applicant, unless otherwise authorized by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, will not be able to practice law or carry on any other business, profession, trade or occupation.

Notes

The Court of King’s Bench is an inclusive employer. Applicants for this position will be asked to undergo a security screening.

Applicants must be willing to travel to sit in other Court of King’s Bench Sitting points.

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