LP-01 Counsel

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment that starts with the assessment phase of the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during the assessment phase, please use the ‘Contact information’ below to request a specialized accommodation. Please be advised that the assessment phase may include any of the following: an exam/test, an oral interview and a reference check etc. All information received in relation to accommodation (for example, a medical certificate, a psychologist evaluation, an example of a previous accommodation for staffing processes, etc.) will be kept confidential. Also note that accommodation requests are covered by the protected grounds under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Accommodations Request Information: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/assessment-accommodation-page/how-to-request-assessment-accommodation.html

The Department of Justice is committed to ensure we achieve representativeness, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our business. In reflecting on the composition of our workforce, we must do better to build representation. In hopes to increase the representation of Indigenous Peoples, Black and other racialized group members and Persons with disabilities, we invite and encourage members of these groups to apply.

We will only accept on-line applications received via the Public Service Jobs site. Persons with disabilities or residing in locations that prevent them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are seeking high-quality candidates who are excited about the practice of law in the government sector and who are committed to public service, including respect for public service values and ethics.

Intent of the process

Indeterminate appointments resulting from this process will be made under the Justice Canada LP-01 Training and Development Program. This program provides for the progression of participants from LP-00 (articling student) to LP-02 (counsel) over approximately 5 years. As such, it is expected that an initial indeterminate appointment to this program would ultimately result in an indeterminate non-advertised LP-02 appointment (subject to meeting all program requirements).

The Department has a significant number of vacancies to fill.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Common Law or Civil Law degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

Experience gained within approximately the last three years providing legal services (i.e. working on legal or legal policy matters) as a lawyer, articling student or law clerk to a judge.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Organizational Needs:
The Department of Justice believes that to be able to effectively serve the public, its workforce needs to reflect the diversity of the Canadian population. Diversity is a great source of strength in driving Canada’s Legal Team in ensuring that Canada’s justice system is as fair, accessible and efficient as possible. The Department is committed to a representative workforce that represents the Canadian public we serve. If you are a woman, an Indigenous* person, a person with a disability or a member of a racialized group** and are interested in bringing in different perspectives and insights we encourage you to self-declare in this staffing process. This self-declaration information can be factored into departmental strategies and selection decisions to address our commitment to eliminate gaps for these groups.

* The term “Aboriginal” is used within this job advertisement as it relates to the Employment Equity Act and other legislative frameworks. The term “Indigenous” is used, where feasible, in support of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

** Please note that this group is currently designated as members of visible minorities in the Employment Equity Act and the self-declaration form.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
English, French or Bilingual Imperative (depending on position or as required).

Information on language requirements

Eligibility for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada.

Knowledge of recent and significant case law relevant to the position(s) to be staffed.

Knowledge of litigation practices and procedures.

Demonstrating Integrity and Respect

Thinking Things Through

Working effectively with others

Showing initiative and being action-oriented

Ability to communicate effectively orally

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Ability to analyse legal issues and provide advice.

Ability to work effectively under pressure.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Bachelor degree (B.A.) or post-graduate studies in a specialized discipline or within an area of law relevant for the position being staffed.

Degree equivalency

A minimum of six (6) months experience working as a lawyer, law clerk or articling student in one or more of the following areas of Canadian law: aboriginal law, administrative law, civil litigation, class actions, commercial law, constitutional law, criminal law, Crown law, public law, eDiscovery, environmental law, extradition law, files involving the General Anti-Avoidance Rule, files relating to transfer-pricing issues, human rights law, immigration law, labour and employment law, mutual legal assistance, national security law, police law, procurement law, real property law, federal real property transactions, tax law, tort law, collection actions, bankruptcy and insolvency.

Experience with negotiations or other dispute resolution processes.

Experience in conducting legal research.

Experience working in a Northern and cross-cultural environment (for positions in the Northern Regional Office).

Experience in litigation.

Operational Requirements:
The following requirements can be accommodated based on a persons' needs or status.

Willing and able to work extended hours including weekends.

Willing to travel as required and for extended periods of time.

Possession of a valid driver’s license or willingness to obtain one (for positions in the Atlantic Regional Office).

Conditions of employment

Security clearance (according to the position Enhanced Reliability, Secret, Top Secret)

Membership in good standing of the law Society of a province or territory of Canada where the work is located.

Medical Clearance (for positions in the Northern Regional Office).

For immigration work in the Quebec Regional Office: Periodically available on call after hours for immigration stand-by duty.

For immigration and extradition work in the Ontario Regional Office: Periodically available on call after hours for immigration or extradition stand-by duty.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

As the purpose of this pool is to fill vacancies among members of the above-mentioned groups on a priority basis, you are required to declare your membership of one of these groups as part of the application process.

In order to self-declare, please ensure to check off the appropriate box within the online application under the Employment Equity section. To learn more about self-declaring, we encourage you to consult the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government/self-declaring-because-we-care.html

Applying for Government of Canada jobs: What to expect: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/applying-government-canada-jobs-what-expect.html

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.