MANAGING LAWYER AND/OR STAFF LAWYER POSITION

NOVA SCOTIA LEGAL AID

 Position:  Managing Lawyer and/or Staff Lawyer position in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia practicing family law.  Initial one-year contract with potential to become permanent.

Qualifications:  Successful candidate must be a practicing, insured member in good standing of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society with a thorough understanding of Family Law.  Candidate should have experience in representing clients before the courts.  Competency to conduct legal proceedings in both the English and French languages would be an asset.  Start date to be as soon as possible.

Salary Range:  Per Legal Aid salary scale based on “Relevant Experience” as determined by the Commission at time of hire plus benefits.

Closing Date:  Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 4:00 PM

Reply To:            

Amy Dickson
Operations Administrative Assistant
Nova Scotia Legal Aid Commission
920-1701 Hollis Street
Halifax, NS   B3J 3M8
902-420-3471 Fax
Amy.Dickson@nslegalaid.ca

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.  We have an Employment Equity Policy and welcome applications from historically disadvantaged groups, including: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application form, cover letter, or resume.

While we appreciate receiving all applications, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  All applications will be held in strict confidence.

COURT SUPPORT WORKER POSITION

NOVA SCOTIA LEGAL AID

 

Seeking an experienced candidate for a one-year contract position located in HRM.  Job Description is attached hereto.

Ideal Abilities and Skills

• Minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma.
• Paralegal or 5 year’s equivalent training or related relevant experience.
• Experience working with the public. Knowledge of adult law and community programs focusing on assisting disadvantaged or challenged individuals or groups.
• Ability to work independently, to take initiative and to use judgment in matters of extreme confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
• The candidate should be proficient in transcription of dictation with excellent typing and communication skills, including attention to detail, accuracy and capacity to work under pressure of deadlines and multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to work in a high stress environment is an asset.
• Proficiency with personal computers including knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Court Support Worker Position Description can be found here:  CSW

Salary Level

Professional Classification and Pay Plan (PR), plus benefits

Deadline for Applications

Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 4:30 PM.

You can submit your resume with cover letter to:

Amy Dickson
Operations Administration Assistant
1701 Hollis Street, Suite 920
Halifax, NS   B3J 3M8
Amy.Dickson@nslegalaid.ca

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.  We have an Employment Equity Policy and welcome applications from historically disadvantaged groups, including: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application form, cover letter, or resume.

While we appreciate receiving all applications, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  All applications will be held in strict confidence.

The Faith Baptist Church on Davenport Street in Sydney is holding weekly Info Cafés to bring services under one roof to provide advice to people in the areas of money and debt management, housing, employment, legal aid, and relationship counselling. Nova Scotia Legal Aid Lawyers from our Sydney Offices are providing legal service at the Cafés. Pictured is Pastor Rob Jones. Weekly sessions are held every Tuesday from 9 am to 12 pm. Further details can be found at:  http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/infomation-cafe-sydney-church-pastor-rob-jones-1.4369482

To give adult survivors of sexual assault better support, the Province of Nova Scotia created the Legal Advice for Sexual Assault Survivors program.  Effective November 1, 2017, this Program will take referrals.

The program respects survivors’ privacy and their right to make their own decisions. Registering is done through an independent agency, 211 Nova Scotia, and participants do not have to report to police or take legal action if they use this service.

The Legal Advice for Sexual Assault Survivors program supports survivors by providing up to 4 hours of free advice from a lawyer.

Understand your rights.

Learn more at www.novascotia.ca/sexualassaultlegaladvice

 

SOCIAL WORKER

NOVA SCOTIA LEGAL AID COMMISSION

 

Position:  Social Worker to assist in Indigenous Communities throughout Nova Scotia, Job Description is attached hereto.

Start Date:  Immediately

Location:   Executive Office, 920-1701 Hollis Street

Nova Scotia Legal Aid is a firm of close to 100 lawyers located in 19 Regional Offices throughout Nova Scotia.  We are the largest Criminal Defence, Family Law and Social Justice Law firm in the Province.  We have been serving Nova Scotians since the 1970’s.  In addition to having community based offices, we also provide outreach services within the Communities themselves.

Connecting with Communities is a key strategic direction for Nova Scotia Legal Aid.  To help provide this service, we employ fully practicing Lawyers, Support Staff, Court Support Workers, Family Support Assistants and a Researcher.

As part of our outreach with Nova Scotia’s diverse population, we currently go into ten (10) Indigenous Communities and have plans for further expansion into more communities.  To assist our Lawyers and Court Support Workers and more importantly to help Indigenous clients and their families we have an opening for  a full time Social Worker, particularly to deal with clients involved with Child Protection and other family matters.

Qualifications:

• Have a degree in Social Work;
• Be a member in good standing with the NSASW;
• Have excellent communication skills;
• Have the ability to work with other professionals and at times, work on your own;
• Strong file/case management skills
• Hold a valid driver’s license;
• Be familiar with the Family Court system and legal procedures in Nova Scotia;
• Have worked with Indigenous Communities recently;
• Fluency in Mi’kmaq would be an asset

Closing Date:  Friday, November 3, 2017 at 12:00 Noon

Reply To:

Amy Dickson
Nova Scotia Legal Aid Commission
920-1701 Hollis Street
Halifax, NS    B3J 3M8
902-420-3471 Fax
Email:  Amy.Dickson@nslegalaid.ca

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.  We have an Employment Equity Policy and welcome applications from historically disadvantaged groups, including: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application form, cover letter, or resume.

While we appreciate receiving all applications, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  All applications will be held in strict confidence.