Lawyer - Major Cases & Conflicts

Legal Aid Saskatchewan (LAS) is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Staff Lawyer – Major Cases & Conflicts (three (3) full time, permanent positions) to take on some of the most complex and high-impact criminal matters in the province. In this role, successful candidates will work on serious, high-jeopardy criminal matters, including major cases, conflict files, and appeals, appearing at all levels of court up to and including the Supreme Court of Canada. You will play a key role in shaping criminal defence strategy across Saskatchewan while mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to province-wide legal excellence. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned criminal defence lawyers who thrive in challenging litigation and is motivated by advancing excellence in criminal law and access to justice. Why work for us? At Legal Aid Saskatchewan (LAS), we are committed to ensuring access to justice for all, and we believe in the power of advocacy to change lives. Joining our team means being part of a province-wide organization that values compassion, collaboration, courage and commitment. Our lawyer competitive salary is in the range of $98,927.18 up to $203,233.84 based on years of relevant experience and Call to Bar years. In addition to salary, our generous and comprehensive benefit package includes employer’s paid extended health & dental family coverage; paid sick time; three weeks of paid vacation at the start, plus scheduled or earned days off (12 SDOs or 26 EDOs per year for support staff and 12 SDOs per year for lawyers); 14 Statutory holidays; pension match 6.35%; relocation assistance if applicable and more. For more information visit: legalaid.sk.ca/about/careers/ Responsibilities

• Under the leadership of the Manager - Major Cases and Conflicts, key staff lawyer responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Carry a complex criminal caseload including major cases, conflict files, and appeals
• Provide full trial representation at all court levels, across multiple geographic locations
• Develop litigation strategies in novel and complex areas of criminal law
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft high-quality legal materials
• Support and advise Area Offices on conflict and non-conflict matters
• Mentor junior lawyers and articling students
• Maintain strong digital file management practices in a fully electronic environment
• Contribute to law reform, practice development, and template creation for major cases

Position Requirements LL.B. or J.D. and membership in good standing with the Law Society of SaskatchewanMinimum five years’ experience practicing criminal law, including major casesStrong courtroom presence and exceptional advocacy skillsSuperior written and oral communication abilitiesExcellent judgment, organization, and time management skillsComfort working independently and collaboratively under tight deadlinesProficiency with legal research tools, MS Office, and digital practice managementWillingness and ability to travel, including to remote court locations (including charter aircraft)Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and ability to pass a criminal record checkProvince-wide mandate with travel to Area Offices and court points as requiredExposure to complex, precedent-setting litigationCollaborative, mission-driven legal team focused on client-centred serviceCORE COMPETENCIES

• Dependability and Reliability: dependability to handle duties and assignments; is committed, skilled and responsible.
• Client Service: leads by example and promotes a client centric culture and ensures alignment with best practices and LAS’ expectations.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: expresses ideas respectfully, concisely, and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
• Leading Self: is aware of personal strengths and weaknesses and their impact on others.
• Cooperation and Attitude with Others: acts with integrity and respect and works together for a common purpose.
• Leadership: willingness and ability to accept responsibility. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with coworkers. Showing empathy and care for others. Being compassionate, collaborative, courageous, and committed.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. PI281222420