Careers@LAO
Expression of Interest:
Criminal Litigation Counsel
Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) is a vibrant, progressive, internationally recognised leader in the provision of access to justice.
LAO continues to invite qualified lawyers to submit an Expression of Interest for Criminal Litigation Contractors. Criminal Litigation Contractors from the private bar will provide legal services for serious cases, as needed, for clients who currently cannot retain qualified counsel on legal aid certificates.
The successful candidates will be responsible for supporting the Major Case Management Office, conducting litigation of serious criminal trials, including homicides, and providing oversight and management of other cases.
Lawyers wishing to be considered will be required:
- To provide legal services to LAO clients and LAO for the duration of the contract;
- To demonstrate expertise and experience in the provision of legal services in respect of the litigation of complex and high-profile criminal cases;
- To demonstrate a history of effective practice management and administrative skills;
- To conduct cases and manage caseloads in accordance with LAO’s case management and litigation policies and protocols.
All applications must include the following:
- Cover letter detailing the nature of interest and qualifications
- Current C.V./resume with complete contact information
- Legal Aid Ontario solicitor number or application to join legal aid panel
- Statement confirming current membership on ‘Extremely Serious Matters” panel or application for membership
- Statement confirming membership in good standing with Law Society of Upper Canada
- Name provided to Revenue Canada Agency (CRA) for business registration purposes
- GST Registration number or exemption status
- The following certification and applicant’s signature:
I hereby certify that all information provided with my application is accurate and factual. I am aware that Legal Aid Ontario reserves the right to verify any information provided and that untrue statements may result in my application being rejected.
Completed applications may be sent by:
Email: mcmo@lao.on.ca
Fax: 416-204-4710
(Please note “Attn: Major Case Management Office” on the cover sheet)
Mail: Major Case Management Office
Legal Aid Ontario
40 Dundas Street, West
Suite 200
Toronto, Ontario
M5G 2H1
For background information about the Major Case Management Office please follow this link.
Legal Aid Ontario is an equal opportunity employer.
Legal Aid Ontario is an equal opportunity employer. We promote employment equity and encourage women, Aboriginal persons, persons with a disability or members of a visible minority group to apply.
Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency.