An exciting opportunity awaits you in Yellowknife. You would be working independently and providing thorough opinions on the merits of applications for legal aid. As such, your advice, opinions, and services provided on behalf of clients can be critical to and have a significant impact upon them and their families.With experience, you would take on files of increasing complexity in custody and child support applications and child protection matters, ranging from care agreements to lengthy and complex permanent wardship applications.In order to be successful in this position, you would have a Law Degree and be eligible for membership to the NWT Bar. You would also have five years of experience as legal counsel practicing in the family law area, along with experience working in a legal aid clinic environment, and managing other lawyers and support staff.The GNWT offers a very generous package, including generous leave, educational opportunities, and salary. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Staff Lawyer III - Family