Senior Litigation Clerk

Job Description:

Vincent Dagenais Gibson is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Litigation Clerk to work with our litigation team. The candidate must have a strong understanding of legal procedures, including the procedures set out in the Rules of Civil Procedures, the steps required in enforcement matter and be capable of working in cases involving allegations of abuse. The candidate must also have experience with accounting tasks. bilingualism is an asset but not mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Assist lawyers in preparing for trials, hearings, and other litigation procedures.
• Draft and review legal documents, including motions, affidavits, and discovery responses.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring all documents are up to date and properly filed.
  
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
  
• Assist with the preparation and filing of court documents, both electronically and physically.
  
• Maintain and update litigation databases and case management systems.
  
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and court officials as required.
  
• Assisting with pre-bills, invoicing and collections.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a Senior Litigation Clerk is required.
  
• Must have experience with accounting tasks.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
• Excellent legal research skills.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
  
• bilingualism is an asset but not mandatory.

What We Offer:

•  Competitive salary and benefits package.
  
• Retirement Plans: matching limited contributions to help employees save for their retirement.
  
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees.
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Paid vacation days, holidays, and sick leave.
  
• Company events on a weekly, monthly, and yearly basis to foster team bonding and celebrate our achievements.
  
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Qualified candidates should submit their resume via email to Hind Baki at hind.baki@vdg.ca. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications can be sent in French or in English.Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000 per year

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company events
  
• Dental care
  
• Extended health care
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• RRSP match
  
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English (required)
  
• French (preferable)

Work Location: In person (Ottawa, Ontario)

 

 
Adjoint(e) juridique sénior en litige

Description du poste :

Vincent Dagenais Gibson est à la recherche d’un(e) adjoint(e) juridique principal(e) en litige, hautement organisé(e) et soucieux(se) du détail, pour rejoindre notre équipe de litige. Le ou la candidat(e) doit posséder une solide compréhension des procédures juridiques, y compris celles énoncées dans les Règles de procédure civile, ainsi que des étapes nécessaires dans les dossiers d’exécution. Il ou elle doit également être en mesure de travailler sur des dossiers impliquant des allégations d’abus. Une expérience dans les tâches comptables est également requise. Le bilinguisme est un atout, mais non obligatoire.

Responsabilités principales :

• Assister les avocat(e)s dans la préparation des procès, des audiences et autres procédures judiciaires.
• Rédiger et réviser des documents juridiques, y compris des requêtes, des affidavits et des réponses aux interrogatoires.
• Gérer et organiser les dossiers, en veillant à ce que tous les documents soient à jour et correctement classés.
• Coordonner et planifier des réunions, les interrogatoires et les comparutions devant le tribunal.
• Aider à la préparation et au dépôt des documents judiciaires auprès des tribunaux, tant de manière électronique que physique.
• Maintenir et mettre à jour les bases de données de litige et les systèmes de gestion des dossiers.
• Communiquer avec les clients, les témoins et les agents de justice, selon les besoins.
• Participer à la préparation des préfactures, des factures et des suivis de paiements.

Qualifications :

• Expérience préalable en tant qu’adjoint(e) juridique principal(e) en litige requise.
  
• Expérience en tâches comptables.
  
• Capacité à travailler de façon autonome et en équipe, tout en gérant plusieurs priorités dans des délais serrés.
  
• Excellentes compétences organisationnelles et grand souci du détail.
  
• Solides compétences en recherche juridique.
  
• Excellentes aptitudes en communication écrite et verbale.
  
• Capacité à gérer plusieurs tâches simultanément et à établir efficacement les priorités.
  
• Excellentes aptitudes interpersonnelles et professionnalisme dans les interactions avec les clients et les membres de l’équipe.
  
• Le bilinguisme est un atout, mais non obligatoire.

Ce que nous offrons :

• Salaire concurrentiel et programme d’avantages sociaux.
  
• Régime de retraite : contributions limitées avec contrepartie de l’employeur pour favoriser l’épargne-retraite.
  
• Assurance santé : couverture complète incluant soins médicaux, dentaires et de la vue.
  
• Congés payés : vacances, congés fériés et congés de maladie rémunérés.
• Événements d’entreprise organisés chaque semaine, mois et année pour favoriser l’esprit d’équipe et célébrer nos réussites.
  
• Environnement de travail collaboratif et axé sur le soutien.

Les candidat(e)s qualifié(e)s doivent soumettre leur CV par courriel à Hind Baki à l’adresse hind.baki@vdg.ca. Seules les personnes sélectionnées pour une entrevue seront contactées.

Les candidatures peuvent être envoyées en français ou en anglais.

Type d’emploi : Temps plein
Salaire : À partir de 65 000 $ par an

Rémunération supplémentaire :

• Paiement des heures supplémentaires

Avantages :

• Événements d’entreprise
  
• Soins dentaires
  
• Assurance santé complémentaire
  
• Assurance vie
  
• Temps de congé payé
  
• Régime de retraite (REER) avec contribution de l’employeur
  
• Soins de la vue

Horaire :

• Lundi au vendredi

Langue :

• Anglais (obligatoire)
  
• Français (préférable)

Lieu de travail : En personne (Ottawa, Ontario)

Litigation Associate
KMH Lawyers is seeking a litigation associate

We are looking for a self-starter with any amount of experience who is keenly interested in litigation. All years of call are encouraged to apply. You must work well independently, but, there will be one-on-one mentorship. There will be many opportunities to attend court and other litigation processes as part of our team.

Our new lawyer is going to tell us what they need from us in order to join our team. In your cover letter, please be specific about what you want to achieve in terms of your practice, professional satisfaction, work-life balance, compensation, targets etc. The more specific, the better.

If you are interested in challenging work and a collegial working environment, please apply in confidence to Miriam Vale Peters at mvp@kmhlawyers.ca. We will begin reviewing applications upon receipt. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Income Tax 101 for Lawyers

Online, 9am-12pm, November 22 & 23, 2025

Offered through the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law (Common Law Section), this six-hour online course is designed for lawyers who missed taking tax in law school.

The course will be of particular value to lawyers who encounter tax issues in their practice but lack formal training in tax law, but it will also be helpful to all legal professionals hoping for a better understanding of tax law and tax planning. By the end, attendees will understand basic tax matters, identify key potential tax issues for their clients, and know when to seek specialized tax advice.

The course is offered over two mornings, and is LSO accredited (5 hours substantive, 1 hour EDI).

Course Fee: $389.00 Discounts available for uOttawa Law alumni. Email PDLaw@uottawa.ca with questions.

Registration link

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L’impôt sur le revenu 101 pour les avocats

En ligne, de 9 h à 12 h, les 22 et 23 novembre 2025. Offert en anglais.

Offert par la Section de common law de la Faculté de droit de l’Université d’Ottawa, ce cours en ligne de six heures s’adresse aux avocats qui n’ont pas suivi de cours de fiscalité à la faculté de droit.

Il sera particulièrement utile aux avocats qui rencontrent des enjeux fiscaux dans leur pratique sans formation formelle en droit fiscal, mais également à tout professionnel du droit souhaitant mieux comprendre la fiscalité et la planification fiscale.

À la fin de la formation, les participants comprendront les notions de base en fiscalité, sauront repérer les principaux enjeux fiscaux potentiels pour leurs clients et connaîtront les situations où il est préférable de consulter un spécialiste en droit fiscal.

Le cours est offert sur deux matinées et est accrédité par le Barreau de l’Ontario (5 heures de droit de fond, 1 heure d’EDI).

Frais d’inscription : 389,00 $

Rabais offerts aux diplômés en droit de l’Université d’Ottawa. Pour toute question, écrivez à DPDroit@uottawa.ca.

Lien d’inscription

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is the largest school board in Eastern Ontario and offers students and parents a world of choice for learning. Our nearly 150 schools offer a wide range of programs to promote learning excellence and meet the individual needs of students, parents, and the community at large. Our schools are teaching communities where principals, vice-principals, teachers and support staff nurture student well-being and challenge students to achieve their best.

We are seeking a dynamic, committed professional to join our team:

Team Manager, Workplace Investigations
1.0 Regular
$140,709 to $164,239 per annum (Union Exempt, Level 10)

Reporting to the General Manager, Labour Relations, the Team Manager provides advice and services to the District, with a particular focus on overseeing workplace investigations involving the professional conduct of employees, including the Respectful Workplace (Anti-Harassment) Policy and investigations into Alleged Employee Misconduct Toward Students. The Team Manager supervises the work of the internal professional conduct investigators, coordinates third-party investigations, and provides advice to leaders across the district respecting issues related to professional conduct in the workplace, including human rights implications and progressive discipline.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field, degree in Labour Relations or a Law degree (LL.B / J.D.);
• Minimum of 5 years’ previous experience in labour relations and/or labour law including 3 years of experience in conducting or leading workplace investigations ;
• Demonstrated understanding of the law related to conducting fair and effective workplace investigations and the principles of progressive discipline
• Demonstrated understanding of human rights principles, legislation and caselaw;
• Demonstrated managerial and leadership skills, including the ability to lead teams and engage in change management;
• Knowledge of labour relations and employment matters as they relate to the education sector, including an understanding and/or experience with the Education Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Rights Code, and Child, Youth and Family Services Act;
• Demonstrated understanding of anti-oppression and anti-racism, and the impact of racism and how it intersects with other identities, on the experience and achievement of students in schools and on staff in the performance of their professional duties;
• High degree of initiative, independent thought, judgment and decision-making skills;
• Research and analytical skills combined with superior written skills for report writing;
• Demonstrated managerial and leadership skills to supervise, coach and mentor staff and teams.
• Organizational skills, as well as time management techniques for planning and managing multiple demands, priorities, and conflicting deadlines;
• Demonstrated expertise with electronic file management systems, complex spreadsheets, or database management would be considered an asset;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to provide advice, direction and/or consultation at a high level, to internal and external stakeholders on employee conduct matters; delivering presentations and facilitating training & information sessions.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application through the following link:

Team Manager, Workplace Investigations, 100% Regular

Application deadline: October 31, 2025 at 2:00 pm EST.

If you do not have an existing Apply to Education account, you will be asked to create one. Choose ECE, EA & Support Staff as the job category. You must upload a resume and covering letter which outlines your qualifications and suitability for this position.

Applications will be considered in accordance with the Union Exempt Employee Handbook. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

OCDSB employees serve students, colleagues, families and community partners. We invite people of all abilities, orientations, faiths, ethnicities, races, genders and ages to join us as we create learning and working spaces that honour the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Algonquin people, and respect, value and increasingly reflect the diversity of Ottawa. Your lived experience is an essential contribution to deliver the education every student deserves with dignity.
If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process, please send an email to hrcompetitions@ocdsb.ca at any time.

EDUCATING FOR SUCCESS - BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES TOGETHER

Red Mass

The Red Mass will be celebrated at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Notre-Dame Cathedral and will be presided by Most Reverend Marcel Damphousse, Archbishop of Ottawa. The Red Mass marks the opening of the fall session of the law courts and is sponsored by the Saint Thomas More Lawyers' Guild of Ottawa. This Mass will provide us with an opportunity to reflect on the important role we play in our legal profession in seeking justice and fairness for our community at large. All judges and lawyers are invited to attend. Lawyers are also invited to gown for the procession and the mass. There will be a reception in the Cathedral basement following the mass. Refreshments and food at the reception is sponsored by Bergeron Clifford LLP.

Messe Rouge

La Messe Rouge sera célébrée à 19h00 le jeudi 13 novembre 2025 à la cathédrale Notre-Dame et sera présidée par Monseigneur Marcel Damphousse, Archevêque d'Ottawa. La Messe Rouge marque l'ouverture de la session d'automne des tribunaux de droit et est parrainée par la Guilde des avocats Saint Thomas More d'Ottawa. Cette messe nous offrira l'occasion de réfléchir au rôle important que nous jouons dans notre profession juridique en cherchant la justice et l'équité pour notre communauté dans son ensemble. Tous les juges et avocats sont invités à y assister. Les avocats sont également invités à revêtir leur robe pour la procession et la messe. Une réception aura lieu au sous-sol de la cathédrale après la messe. Les rafraîchissements et la nourriture lors de la réception sont parrainés par Bergeron Clifford LLP.

Anyone with knowledge of a Last Will and Testament of JACQUES JOSEPH GEORGES LAROSE, who died on August 25, 2025, please contact:

Philippe A. Grandmaitre
or Michelle Carré (clerk)
Grandmaitre Virgo Evans
2628 St. Joseph Blvd.
Ottawa, Ontario
K1C 1G3

613-837-1010 ext. 224 (Mr. Grandmaitre)
613-837-1010 ext. 243 (Ms. Carré) or michelle@gvelaw.ca

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE VACANCIES
Ontario Court of Justice

At the request of the Attorney General and in accordance with the Justices of the Peace Act, the Justices of the Peace Appointments Advisory Committee (JPAAC) invites applications for vacant Justice of the Peace positions in the Province of Ontario in the following court locations:

Barrie (Bilingual -1)
Barrie (Indigenous -1)
Brampton (5)
Brantford (2)
Belleville (1)
Cornwall (Bilingual -2)
Fort Frances (1)
Hamilton (1)
Kitchener (1)
Kitchener (Indigenous -1)
London (3)
Orangeville (1)
Oshawa (1)
Oshawa (Bilingual -1)
Ottawa (1)
Sioux Lookout (Indigenous -2)
Sudbury (Bilingual -1)
Timmins (Bilingual -1)
Toronto (4)
Toronto (Indigenous -2)

A justice of the peace is an independent judicial officer who presides in court over various proceedings under federal and provincial statutes. This is a full-time appointment remunerated at $172,010 per annum with travel within the province required.

JPAAC is pleased to announce an upcoming Microsoft Teams Live Event on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. EST to support prospective applicants in successfully navigating the application process.

This event will feature a screening of the newly recorded 2025 webinar JPAAC Presents: Justice of the Peace Ontario - Are You Right for this Role?, followed by a live Q & A session with Nicholas Charitsis, Chair of JPAAC. Attendees will be invited to submit questions through Slido.

We look forward to your participation on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. EST. To access the event, please click JPAAC Webinar 2025.

Before attending the 2025 Teams Live Event, you are encouraged to also watch the 2024 Webinar, JPAAC Presents: Justice of the Peace Ontario – Is this your Calling? for valuable insights about the role of JPAAC, the application process and the justice of the peace position.

A recording of the 2024 webinar along with the session transcript and slide deck are available for viewing.

Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications as set out in the Justices of the Peace Act. Candidates must have at least 10 years of paid or volunteer experience, and:

• have a university degree;
  
• have a diploma or advanced diploma granted by a college of applied arts and technology or a community college following completion of a program that is the equivalent in class hours of a full-time program or of at least four academic semesters;
  
• have a degree from an institution, other than a university, that is authorized to grant the degree; or meet the educational equivalency requirement set out in s.2(1.3) of the Justices of the Peace Act.

More information about the qualifications to become a justice of the peace can be found on the JPAAC website.

Selection Criteria:

In addition to reflecting the diversity of the population in Ontario, applicants should also display the fundamental skills and abilities, personal characteristics and community awareness attributes set out in the JPAAC General Selection Criteria, including:

1. Proven ability and experience in making sound, practical, and timely decisions with complex factors.
   
2. Demonstrated a multi-year commitment to high level leadership or achievement in employment or community service, with these pursuits forming an integral part of their professional and community contributions.
   
3. Awareness and understanding of the breadth, depth, and commitment required for the role of a justice of the peace and the skills and abilities applicable to the vacancy.
   
4. Keen interest in people and humanity as demonstrated through compassion, empathy, and engagement with aspects of diversity relevant to the vacancies to which you apply.
   
5. Exhibits superior oral and written communication skills and an ability to present a clear, concise, and well-written application.
   
6. Work, volunteer, education, or other experience that is clearly relevant and transferable to the duties and responsibilities of a justice of the peace.
   
7. Ability and willingness to learn, substantiated through the candidate’s record of life-long learning.
   
8. Exemplifies a strong work ethic, with a proven reputation for reliability and preparedness. Has the ability to work both co-operatively and independently.
   
9. Displays a high level of interpersonal skills, character, and integrity.
   
10. Bilingual ability, if applicable.
    
11. Possess the required level of experience required to perform the duties of a justice of the peace.

For vacancies that serve large Indigenous communities (one vacancy each in Barrie and Kitchener and two vacancies each in Sioux Lookout and Toronto), candidates of Indigenous heritage with an in-depth understanding of the indigenous communities that vacancy serves are encouraged to apply. If selected for an interview, candidates for Indigenous vacancies will be asked to submit documentation to support their Indigenous self-identification.

Justice of the peace positions designated as “bilingual” require a Superior level of proficiency in French, in addition to a high degree of proficiency in English. Candidates will be required to complete a customized language proficiency test on which they must achieve a Superior level of proficiency. French proficiency tests are valid for two years.

To apply for an appointment as a justice of the peace, refer to the current application form and instructions for completion and submission.

This website also provides information about the advertised vacancies, the JPAAC process and the role of the justice of the peace in Ontario. Applicants should also review the JPAAC Frequently Asked Questions. Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Late applications will NOT be accepted.

POSTES DE JUGE DE PAIX À POURVOIR
Cour de justice de l’Ontario

À la demande du procureur général et en vertu de la Loi sur les juges de paix, le Comité consultatif sur la nomination des juges de paix (CCNJP) doit pourvoir des postes de juge de paix en Ontario dans des tribunaux des villes suivantes :

Barrie (bilingue -1)
Barrie (autochtone -1)
Belleville (1)
Brampton (5)
Brantford (2)
Cornwall (bilingue -2)
Fort Frances (1)
Hamilton (1)
Kitchener (1)
Kitchener (autochtone -1)
London (3)
Orangeville (1)
Oshawa (1)
Oshawa (bilingue -1)
Ottawa (1)
Sioux Lookout (autochtone -2)
Sudbury (bilingue -1)
Timmins (bilingue - 1)
Toronto (4)
Toronto (autochtone -2)

Les juges de paix sont des membres de la magistrature indépendants qui président diverses instances instruites en vertu des lois fédérales et provinciales. Les postes sont à temps plein et exigent des déplacements dans la province. Les juges de paix reçoivent un salaire annuel de 172 010 $ par année.

Le CCNJP a le plaisir d’annoncer la tenue d’un événement en direct sur Microsoft Teams le jeudi 9 octobre 2025 à 13 h HAE pour expliquer le processus de demande aux personnes intéressées.

Il y aura au cours de l’événement diffusion du récent webinaire de 2025 sur la fonction de juge de la paix, le tout suivi d’une période de questions avec Nicholas Charitsis, président du CCNJP. Les participants pourront soumettre leurs questions par Slido.

Nous espérons vous voir en grand nombre le jeudi 9 octobre 2025 à 13 h HAE. Pour participer à l’événement, veuillez cliquer ici : webinaire 2025 du CCNJP.

Avant d’assister à l’événement, nous vous encourageons à regarder le webinaire de 2024, Le CCNJP présente : La justice de paix en Ontario – est-ce votre vocation?, qui explique bien la mission du CCNJP, le processus de demande et la fonction de juge de la paix.

Un enregistrement du webinaire de 2024, une transcription de la séance et le diaporama sont accessibles pour consultation.

Qualifications

Les candidats doivent avoir les qualités minimales requises dans la Loi sur les juges de paix ainsi qu’au moins 10 ans d’expérience, rémunérée ou non, et, selon le cas :

• être titulaire d’un grade universitaire;
  
• être titulaire d’un diplôme d’études collégiales ou d’un diplôme d’études collégiales de niveau avancé décerné par un collège d’arts appliqués et de technologie ou un collège communautaire après avoir terminé un programme qui équivaut, en heures de classe, à un programme à temps plein d’au moins quatre semestres d’études;
  
• être titulaire d’un grade d’un établissement autre qu’une université qui est autorisé à le décerner;
  
• satisfaire à l’exigence d’équivalence en matière de formation décrite au paragraphe 2 (1.3) de la Loi sur les juges de paix.
  

Des renseignements supplémentaires sur les qualités requises pour devenir juge de paix sont disponibles sur le site Web du Comité.

Critères de sélection

En plus de refléter la diversité de la population de l’Ontario, les candidats doivent posséder les compétences et capacités fondamentales, les caractéristiques personnelles et la sensibilisation aux questions communautaires énumérées dans les critères de sélection généraux du CCNJP, notamment :

1. Une capacité et une expérience reconnues pour la prise de décisions réfléchies, pratiques et rapides en présence de facteurs complexes.
   
2. Démontrer un engagement pluriannuel à l’égard du leadership de haut niveau ou des réalisations en matière d’emploi ou de service communautaire, ces activités faisant partie intégrante de leurs contributions professionnelles et communautaires.
   
3. Connaissance et compréhension de l’ampleur, de la profondeur et de l’engagement requis pour le rôle d’un juge de paix, ainsi que des compétences et des capacités applicables au poste vacant.
   
4. Vif intérêt pour les personnes et l’humanité, comme en témoignent la compassion, l’empathie et l’engagement à l’égard des aspects de la diversité pertinents aux postes vacants auxquels vous postulez.
   
5. Posséder des compétences supérieures en communication orale et écrite et être capable de présenter une demande claire, concise et bien rédigée.
   
6. Des expériences de travail, de bénévolat ou autres qui sont clairement pertinentes et transférables aux fonctions et responsabilités de juge de paix.
   
7. La capacité et la volonté d’apprendre, démontrées par le dossier d’apprentissage continu du candidat.
   
8. Incarner une solide éthique de travail, avec une réputation éprouvée en matière de fiabilité et de préparation. Capacité de travailler en seul et en équipe.
   
9. Démontrer un haut niveau d’entregent, de caractère et d’intégrité.
   
10. Bilinguisme (le cas échéant).
    
11. Posséder le niveau d’expérience requis pour exercer les fonctions de juge de paix.
    

Pour des postes auprès de grandes collectivités autochtones (un poste à Barrie et un poste à Kitchener, deux postes à Sioux Lookout et deux postes à Toronto), nous encourageons la candidature de personnes d’origine autochtone, qui comprennent bien les communautés autochtones que le titulaire du poste devra servir. S’ils sont sélectionnés pour une entrevue, les candidats aux postes vacants pour les postes vacants désignés « autochtones » devront présenter des documents appuyant leur auto-identification autochtone.

Les postes de juges de paix désignés bilingues exigent une excellente maîtrise du français et une compétence de niveau avancé en anglais. Les candidats devront passer un test de compétence linguistique personnalisé, auquel ils devront obtenir un résultat de niveau supérieur. Les tests de compétence en français sont valides deux ans.

Pour postuler à un poste de juge de paix, veuillez consulter l’actuel formulaire de demande de nomination et les instructions pour le remplir et l’envoyer.

Vous trouverez aussi sur le site Web des informations sur les annonces de postes vacants, le processus du CCNJP et la fonction du juge de paix en Ontario. Les candidats sont également invités à consulter la foire aux questions du CCNJP. Les candidatures doivent être reçues avant 23 h 59 HAE le dimanche 9 novembre 2025. Aucun retard ne sera accepté.

At Black & Associates, we love the courtroom. Our practice spans complex corporate-commercial disputes to precedent-setting public interest litigation before the Supreme Court of Canada. We handle big files with big impact with the focus, agility and camaraderie of a boutique firm.

We are growing and are looking for two exceptional lawyers to join our team:

Corporate Commercial Litigator

Do you love complex problems, developing effective strategy and finding practical solutions? Are you the lawyer people call either within your firm or from without when the stakes are high? Perfect. We want someone who can:

• Tackle complex corporate-commercial disputes with confidence and creativity.
  
• Lead complex trials, arbitrations and appeals, including those before the Supreme Court.
  
• Strategize like a chess master and execute like a trial lawyer.
  
• Mentor junior lawyers while building their own standout practice.

Junior Associate – General Litigation / Employment Law

We will give you the client and courtroom opportunities that will help make you an exceptional advocate:

• Direct involvement in litigation that matters, from motions to appeals.
  
• Lead your own files and gain trial and arbitration experience.
  
• Guidance from experienced litigators who want to see you succeed.
  

Why Us?

• Big work, small team – high-end litigation in a trusting environment.
  
• We pay well – because great lawyering deserves it.
  
• We protect your lifestyle – litigation is intense, but it should not come at the expense of your family and community. We are committed to ensuring our team thrives both professionally and personally. For us, success means not only serving the client, but also fostering a sustainable and fulfilling career in law.
  
• We like what we do – our culture is collegial, energetic and just the right amount of relaxed.
  

Seeking meaningful opportunities for growth? Come join us. Send your application to Katie@black-law.ca.

The Ottawa Food Bank is accepting applications for candidates interested in a two-year term as an independent member of the Board of Directors beginning in January.
 
The Board is a governance board responsible for overseeing the organization’s operations and managing risk, while maintaining our commitment to the organization’s mission. This involves establishing our strategic direction, ensuring our compliance with all applicable legal requirements, and keeping our organization financially healthy.
 
The Board of Directors of the Ottawa Food Bank is currently comprised of thirteen volunteer directors. The Board endeavours to have no fewer than four of these directors be member agency representatives. The remaining Board members are independent directors from the community. The Board has active standing Executive, Finance & Audit, Governance & Nominating and Strategic Planning committees, and an Investment Advisory subcommittee of the Finance & Audit Committee.
 
At this time, the Board is particularly interested in applications from candidates with Board Experience and Legal skills and experience and a JD, LLB, LLL or BCL designation. Candidates with skills and experience in Financial Literacy, Governance, Risk Assessment and Strategic Planning and candidates with the ICD.D designation are also of particular interest. Individual candidates need not have all of these skills and experience.
 
Please email your resume or c.v. to board@ottawafoodbank.ca and indicate how you feel you would contribute to the Board of Directors and what you’re hoping to get out of the experience.
 
Apply by Monday, October 20, 2025, at 12PM.
 
For more information about the Ottawa Food Bank, please see: https://www.ottawafoodbank.ca/

For more information about our team please see: https://www.ottawafoodbank.ca/hunger-in-ottawa/about-us/

LEGAL ASSOCIATE

Department: Legal Services
Accountability: Supervisor of Legal Services
Location: 77 Mary Street, Pembroke

Family & Children’s Services of Renfrew County is a multi-service agency committed to providing preventative, protective and socially inclusive services and programming that empower and strengthen everyone. We are focused on cultivating a team-oriented work environment where everyone thrives. Our goal is to develop and strengthen collaborative partnerships to increase availability, accessibility and quality of care to our communities. Our agency commitments include: moving forward Anti-Oppressive Practice, French Language Services and working alongside Indigenous Communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Legal Counsel provides expert legal services to the Agency in fulfilling its mandate under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA). This role includes representing the Agency in child protection proceedings, mediations, and complaints processes; advising on privacy, and risk management matters; and providing consultation and training to staff and supervisors. Legal Counsel ensures compliance with the CYFSA, Family Law Rules, case law, and related legislation, while promoting collaborative and least-intrusive approaches to child protection. The position also supports the development of Agency policy and provides coverage for senior counsel when required.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent the Agency in child protection proceedings before the Superior Court of Justice, including motions and trials.
  
• Represent the Agency in mediation, with respect to non-litigated matters and matters which are currently before the Court.
  
• Provide timely, well-considered legal advice and direction to service staff, supervisors, and management in child protection matters, exercising independent judgment and interpretation of legislation, policies, and case law.
  
• Ensure the legal interests of the child, as represented by the child protection worker, are effectively advanced in court and negotiations.
  
• Assess complex and diverse legal issues, balancing child safety, Agency risk, and stakeholder interests within a dynamic and evolving environment.
  
• Work with supervisors to evaluate evidence, prepare witnesses, and coordinate with external counsel and partners at all stages of a case.
  
• Prepare, review, and maintain complete and accurate legal documentation, ensuring compliance with legislation, Family Law Rules, and Agency policy.
  
• Monitor and analyze legal precedent, legislation, and policy developments; provide staff training and guidance on relevant case law, documentation, and practice implications.
  
• Provide legal input into Agency policies and procedures, developing practical approaches and solutions where existing guidance may be limited.
  
• Prepare responses to Child and Family Services Review Board (CFSRB) complaints and represent the Agency throughout the process.
  
• Advise on privacy matters under Part X of the CYFSA and related legislation (PHIPA, FIPPA, PIPEDA) and prepare responses to the Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC).
  
• Provide risk management advice to minimize Agency liability while prioritizing child safety.
  
• Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of legal advice and representation, recognizing that decisions directly affect the work of others and may have implications for child safety, Agency operations, and public confidence.
  
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest degree of discretion, recognizing that improper disclosure could significantly affect Agency operations, legal outcomes, and public trust.Collaborate with clients, families, Indigenous communities, and external partners (e.g., OCL, mental health agencies, police) to support coordinated service.
• Provide coverage for senior legal counsel, including management responsibilities, as required.

KILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong litigation, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with thorough knowledge of family court practice and evidentiary rules.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, the Agency, and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with CYFSA provisions specific to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis children, youth, and families, and the ability to apply these in practice.
• Familiarity with the Federal Act (An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families) and the ability to apply this knowledge in practice.
• Capacity to integrate trauma-informed practice into litigation and client engagement.
• Proficiency in alternative dispute resolution, mediation, and collaborative approaches.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Skilled in developing and delivering presentations and training to staff.
• Ability to travel and provide own transportation.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

•  Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum one year of experience since being called to the Bar, preferably in child protection law.
• Knowledge of the CYFSA, Family Law Act, Children’s Law Reform Act, Evidence Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, the Federal Act, and relevant privacy legislation (Part X of the CYFSA, PHIPA, FIPPA, PIPEDA).
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position involves a combination of in person office-based work, regular attendance at court and tribunals, participation in mediations and collaborative meetings, and occasional community or stakeholder consultations.
• Regular travel within the county is required; access to a reliable vehicle is necessary.
• The role requires periods of light physical activity. This included constant sitting, standing or walking, regular handling of lightweight objects (10lbs. weight) or constant visual attention to detail.
• Work is occasionally of an emergency nature and disruptive to normal scheduling and work beyond the normal working hours will sometimes be required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Salary range-Hourly rate is $39.54 to 56.84 along with a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the OMERS pension plan.

careers@fcsrenfrew.on.ca

Obtenez votre titre CD.G grâce au certificat en gouvernance juridique et éthique pour les conseils d’administration (offert en anglais).

En novembre prochain, la Section de common law de la Faculté de droit de l’Université d’Ottawa lancera un programme de certificat en ligne de 7 modules (35 heures) qui prépare les avocats et autres professionnels à siéger efficacement au sein de conseils d’administration.

Les participants examineront les responsabilités juridiques et éthiques, les principes de gouvernance d’entreprise ainsi que des stratégies pratiques pour la prise de décision en conseil. Le programme se conclut par une séance interactive de synthèse, au cours de laquelle ils endosseront le rôle de décideurs dans un conseil d’administration simulé.

Ce programme en ligne flexible et asynchrone, ponctué de suivis réguliers avec l’instructeur, convient parfaitement aux professionnels occupés qui souhaitent renforcer leurs compétences en leadership, approfondir leur compréhension du fonctionnement d’un conseil et élargir leurs perspectives de carrière.

Les diplômés qui complètent le certificat reçoivent la prestigieuse désignation CD.G, gage de connaissances et de compétences avancées en gouvernance.

Des rabais sont offerts aux diplômés de la Faculté de droit de l’Université d’Ottawa.
Pour toute question, écrivez à DPDroit@uottawa.ca.

Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant !

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Earn your CD.G (Certified Director of Governance) designation with the Board of Directors Certificate: Legal and Ethical Governance.

The University of Ottawa Faculty of Law (Common Law Section) announces the establishment of a 7-module, 35-hour online certificate program to prepare lawyers and other professionals to serve effectively on corporate boards of directors.

Participants will explore legal and ethical responsibilities, corporate governance principles, and practical strategies for board decision-making. The program culminates in an interactive capstone session, where participants act as decision-makers on a mock board.

This flexible, asynchronous online program with regular instructor check-ins is ideal for busy professionals seeking to strengthen their leadership skills, gain boardroom insight, and expand career opportunities. Those who complete the Certificate will earn their prestigious CD.G. designation, signaling advanced governance knowledge and capabilities.

Discounts are available for uOttawa Law alumni. Email PDLaw@uottawa.ca with questions.

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Law Clerk – Shulman & Partners LLP
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)

Who We Are

Shulman & Partners LLP is a well-established, dynamic family law firm driven by a singular vision: Do Good, Make an Impact. We are committed to creating lasting, positive change for our teammates, our clients, and our community. Our mission is simple yet profound: We are a Human Solution to a Human Problem. We deliver top expertise, skill, and resources in an authentically caring, human, and empathetic way. At our firm, we recognize and appreciate the unique strengths and contributions of our team members, promoting a workplace culture built on mutual respect, innovation, and professional growth.

Role Overview

As our firm continues to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Law Clerk to join our Ottawa office. This is a critical support role focused on assisting lawyers with legal documentation, client communication, and file management. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting a litigation-focused legal practice, ideally with exposure to family law. A strong understanding of court processes, deadlines, and file management is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and revise legal documents, including but not limited to Applications, Separation Agreements, Parenting Plans, Pleadings, Affidavits, Financial Statements, Net Family Property Statements, and Conference Briefs.
• Manage file opening and closing procedures in accordance with firm protocols and LSO requirements.
• Maintain and organize client files—both electronic and hard copy—ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Act as a key liaison between the legal team and clients, opposing counsel, and external experts.
• Schedule meetings, court dates, deadlines, and maintain the calendar for assigned lawyers.
• Monitor file progress and ensure all internal and court deadlines are met.
• Docket time accurately and maintain billing records using Clio.
• Support the legal team with other administrative and litigation-related tasks as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Law Clerk supporting a litigation practice (family law experience is a strong asset).
• ILCO certification or LSO-approved paralegal license is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with the Family Law Rules, court processes, and legal documentation.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a track record of accuracy and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort handling sensitive client communications.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• High proficiency with legal software (working knowledge with Clio and DivorceMate is an asset).
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and adaptable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Extended health, dental, and mental health benefits
• Flexible work arrangement
• Performance bonuses
• Professional development support, including CPD reimbursement
• Coverage of fees for ILCO Certification membership or an LSO-approved Paralegal License

Join Our Team

At Shulman & Partners LLP, we are building something meaningful. If you are a dedicated Law Clerk looking to contribute to a high-performing team that values precision, efficiency, and client service, we would be glad to hear from you. Submit your application to: hr@shulman.ca.

Re: Estate of Jinquan Situ, deceased

Anyone having knowledge of a Last Will and Testament for the late Jinquan Situ, of the City of Ottawa, born on the 23rd day of December 1985, and who died on the 25th day of August 2025, please contact:

Haiyan Zhang
HZ Law Professional Corporation
35 Auriga Drive, Suite 215
Ottawa, ON K2E 8B7
Tel: (613) 277-0015
Fax: (613) 225-6866
Email: haiyan@hzlaw.ca