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LF3 Crown Counsel Regular/full-time; Term/full-time Manitoba Justice Legal Services Branch, Crown Law Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 45083 Salary(s): LF3 $155,844.00 - $196,242.00 per year Closing Date: April 13, 2026 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drive a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months. Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION may be assessed through all aspects of the application materials and throughout the staffing process. Therefore, all communication needs to be grammatically correct, using appropriate vocabulary and with minimal errors in punctuation and spelling. Complete sentences are to be used throughout. The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, health spending, dental, vision, longterm disability, supportive employment, maternity and parental leave, and a defined pension plan. Crown Counsel at LSB are members of the Manitoba Association of Crown Attorneys. Compensation is commensurate with experience as set out in the collective agreement. Legal Services Branch (LSB) is the Government of Manitobas full service in-house civil law office with about 70 lawyers. It provides a complete range of legal services to all government departments, and to agencies, boards, commissions and corporations that do not have their own legal counsel. This is an advanced level for senior lawyers possessing an advanced degree of expertise who have demonstrated consistently superior performance over an extensive period of time. In order to be eligible for consideration for this level, a lawyer must have a minimum of ten (10) years experience at the Manitoba bar or an equivalent bar. LSBs work enables the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Manitoba to fulfill the constitutional and statutory responsibility of Chief Legal Advisor to Government, and as the guardian of the public interest with respect to matters of civil law. Legal Services Branch (LSB) is hiring two experienced lawyers to join our team. We are recruiting: One experienced litigation lawyer. One experienced corporate/commercial lawyer. To be considered, applicants must complete and submit the required application form along with their cover letter and resume. See below for application instructions. Duties: Participate in strategic discussions with clients. Lead or participate in negotiations with third parties. Draft agreements and other documents, and provide support in contract interpretation and administration. Conduct legal research and analysis of legal problems and prepare legal opinions. Prepare pleadings, appear in all levels of court and before administrative tribunals. Provide legal advice and assistance to clients, conduct or participate in education and training opportunities for clients and colleagues and provide assistance to other counsel in the Legal Services Branch. Participate in the review and development of legislation. Click here to access the application form. Qualifications: Essential: Extensive experience practicing civil litigation or corporate commercial law in a common law jurisdiction. Ability to develop strategy, and provide legal advice and make recommendations regarding complex files. Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to recognize and assess legal implications and policy options. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work in a high pressure and time sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines. Superior written communication skills, including experience drafting agreements and legal opinions. Strong verbal communication and presentation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain strong and positive working relationships, including with co-workers, clients and external interests. Desired: Experience litigating for government. Experience with Aboriginal and Indigenous litigation. Experience advising clients in the public sector. Experience leading / participating in negotiations. Experience with financial transactions and procurement. Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Member (in good standing) or eligible for immediate membership with The Law Society of Manitoba. Satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks. Satisfactory Criminal Record Check. Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening. The ability and willingness to travel, as required. Apply to: Advertisement # 45083 Talent Acquisition Human Resource Services 600-259 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9 Phone: 204-945-7518 Fax: 204-945-0601 Email: [email protected] WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resum and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor''''s representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr