Criminal Duty Counsel Lawyer Newmarket

Criminal advocacy defines this Newmarket opportunity with Legal Aid Ontario, providing Duty Counsel services at the courthouse. Use courtroom experience and sound judgment.As a Staff Lawyer reporting to the Manager, Legal Services, you will support clients through criminal proceedings. The work requires knowledge of the Criminal Code, Charter, bail hearings, guilty pleas, and Ontario Court of Justice advocacy. Legal Aid Ontario seeks a self-starter familiar with criminal duty counsel services.Key Responsibilities:
Provide Duty Counsel services at Newmarket courthouseRepresent clients during bail hearings and guilty pleasAdvocate in the Ontario Court of JusticeIdentify vulnerable clients and provide appropriate referralsDocument client advice and instructions accuratelyRequirements:
Lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of OntarioSignificant criminal law court experienceKnowledge of criminal procedure, evidence, and relevant case lawStrong advocacy, interviewing, communication, and judgment skillsExperience serving marginalized and vulnerable clientsBring criminal courtroom experience, client-focused advocacy, and sound judgment to Legal Aid Ontario’s Newmarket Duty Counsel service.
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