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At ACE, we are dedicated to protecting the legal rights and advancing the interests of older adults. We believe in ensuring that seniors have access to justice and the support they need to live with dignity and respect.
If you’re passionate about advocating for seniors and committed to social justice, explore the opportunities to work with us!
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STAFF LITIGATION LAWYER
Permanent, Full-Time
The Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE) is a community legal aid clinic specializing in elder law. ACE is dedicated to advancing the rights, dignity, and security of low-income seniors across Ontario through client representation, public legal education, community development, and law reform.
ACE is seeking a Staff Litigation Lawyer to provide advice and representation to low-income seniors who would otherwise face significant barriers to accessing justice.
About the Role
As a Staff Litigation Lawyer at ACE, you will play a key role in advancing access to justice for older adults by:
- Providing summary legal advice, referrals, and general legal information to low-income seniors;
- Providing legal advice and representation before a broad range of courts and tribunals, including the Superior Court of Justice;
- Managing litigation files from intake through resolution;
- Supervising and supporting the work of paralegals and support staff on client matters;
- Developing and delivering public legal education presentations to seniors and service providers;
- Contributing to community development, systemic advocacy, and law reform initiatives related to elder law; and
- Participating fully in the ongoing work and collaborative life of the clinic.
About You
We welcome applications regardless of year of call. You may be a strong fit for this role if you are:
- A practising lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario;
- Experienced in client representation before one or more of the following:
- Superior Court of Justice
- Ontario Court
- Small Claims Court
- Consent and Capacity Board
- Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario
- Health Services Appeal and Review Board
- or other comparable courts or tribunals;
- A strong legal advocate with excellent research, writing, and analytical skills;
- Able to effectively triage, prioritize, and manage a diverse and demanding caseload;
- Committed to social justice, equity, and the empowerment of older adults;
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment;
- Possessing strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with clients who may be facing complex legal, health, and social challenges; and
- Able to work in a hybrid workplace, with regular in-office attendance as required.
Fluency in written and spoken French at the level required for legal representation is highly desirable.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $85,000 – $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience
- 5.5% employer-sponsored RRSP contribution
- Generous vacation entitlements
- Comprehensive health, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits after three months of employment (subject to insurer qualifications)
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter (including a brief statement of interest and qualifications), along with your resume and references, in confidence to:
Graham Webb
info@ace.clcj.ca
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the posting will remain open until the position is filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications will be held in strict confidence.
Why Work at ACE?
- Meaningful Impact:
Help safeguard the rights, dignity, and security of older adults, ensuring they have a strong voice in legal matters and meaningful access to justice. - Professional Growth & Mentorship:
Engage in unique opportunities for professional development, including mentorship, skills-building, training in elder law, and exposure to litigation, advocacy, and law reform initiatives. - Values-Driven Work:
Combine litigation and legal advocacy with broader social justice goals, contributing to systemic change that addresses the legal, social, and institutional barriers faced by low-income seniors. - Supportive Environment:
Work within a collaborative, team-based clinic alongside dedicated colleagues committed to advancing seniors’ rights and supporting one another’s professional growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ACE is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including members of equity-seeking communities, seniors, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.