As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid Alberta provides affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense. We are Alberta-wide, with 300 staff and 1,200 private practice lawyers helping people overcome their legal challenges in more than 75 communities across the province.
Who You Are
Working at Legal Aid Alberta means you care about people and empathize with their situation. You have excellent communication skills especially in tough situations. You’re computer-savvy and more organized than anyone you know. Fast-paced work environments give you a rush and you’re always up for a challenge. You love learning new things, solving problems, and can adapt to change quickly. You care deeply about the success of our team and our organization.
Job Description
Reporting to the Legal Services Manager, some of the key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Duty Counsel representation to professional standards and in accordance with the Rules and Code of Conduct of the Law Society of Alberta and the policies and procedures of LAA.
Assessment of applications from individuals seeking an Emergency Protection Order from the Provincial Court
Duty Counsel representation in Provincial Court Emergency Protection Order applications
Guide, assist, and provide emergency protection order legal and process information,
Provide, as needed, information regarding restraining orders, parenting orders, and other relevant legal matters
Attend monthly EPO team meetings
Support other areas of the family law team
Able to manage high conflict situations
Complete and accurate statistical record-keeping
Compliance with office policy and procedures
Participate in performance and staff meetings as required
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Law degree from a recognized law school
Active member of the Law Society of Alberta
Minimum 3 years of experience in Emergency Protection Orders within Family Law
Strong litigation experience
Knowledge and Skills:
Rules of Court, Protection Against Family Violence Act, Family Law Act, Family Property Act, Divorce Act, and Child, Youth, and Family Enhancement Act
Alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and negotiation skills
Legal research, writing, and drafting, legal analysis, preparation of facts and written briefs, application of law to relevant facts
Advocacy, problem-solving, and conflict resolution
Demonstrated time management and ability to deal with conflicting priorities and deadlines.
Ability to manage work in high pressure and high conflict situations
Ability to investigate facts, identify issues, ascertain organizational objectives, consider alternative solutions, analyze risk and advise clients and/or LAA on the appropriate course of action
Understanding of community resources available to assist complex situations
What We Offer
Perks of working with us
Competitive wage
8% RRSP employer contribution
Health and dental benefits
Health and wellness accounts
Paid vacation time
Holiday closure (paid time off)
Professional days (paid time off)
Individual Professional development budget
Employee assistance program
How To Apply
If you got excited at the prospect of being a part of our team when you reviewed this posting and you meet the minimum qualifications, please email [email protected]to apply for this position and include the reference competition number LAA-22-31 in the subject line.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.