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Legal Counsel
Kina Gbezhgomi Child and Family Services
Fulltime
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
Lawyers, Judges, and Related Workers
Posted:
March 23, 2026
Location:
Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
Job Description
OVERVIEW:
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible for providing legal services and consultation to Society staff on the application and interpretation of the CYFSA and all other relevant legislation.
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible for providing legal services and consultation to Society staff on the application and interpretation of the CYFSA and all other relevant legislation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post-graduate degree in Law {LLB} or Juris Doctor (JD) and a member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ practice experience in child welfare and family law, including trial experience. Supervisory experience is an asset.
SKILLS KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
- Proven knowledge of First Nation communities’ standards legislation, regulations, and Ministry standards (e.g., the CYFSA, the Family Law Rules, Ontario Courts of Justice Act) and other relevant federal and provincial legislation.
- Good understanding of the agency's values, service philosophy, and objecti...
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Job Type:
Fulltime
Location:
Greater Sudbury, Canada
Posted:
March 23, 2026
Deadline:
May 02, 2026