Senior Criminal Counsel Toronto

Advocate for vulnerable clients in Toronto and the GTA through complex criminal litigation, trial representation, and client-focused legal advice at Legal Aid Ontario.As Senior Counsel, you will handle criminal matters for eligible clients, including those facing mental health, housing, substance use, or other barriers. You will work with LAO lawyers, paralegals, Legal Aid Workers, private counsel, and multidisciplinary teams. The program provides full representation, court appointments, mentorship, and access to justice.Key Responsibilities:
Carry eligible criminal matters through trial representationConduct complex bail, fitness, NCR, and ORB hearingsAccept court appointments and advance appropriate litigationProvide clear advice and conduct client meetingsResearch, draft documents, and manage case filesRequirements:
Good-standing membership in the Law Society of OntarioSubstantial recent criminal law experience and demonstrated expertiseExperience before Ontario’s trial courts, including contested trialsKnowledge of Canadian criminal law, procedure, and the CharterExcellent advocacy, communication, analysis, and judgment skillsBring criminal litigation experience, sound advocacy, and commitment to vulnerable clients as Senior Counsel with Legal Aid Ontario.
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