Staff Lawyer IV Family

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Job Overview

An exciting opportunity awaits you in Yellowknife. Family Staff Lawyers represent clients at all levels of Court, on issues pertaining to separation and divorce, including parenting and support, as well as child welfare issues. Our lawyers support and encourage clients to take advantage of alternative dispute resolution methods wherever possible, working with them to obtain the best possible outcomes outside of Court, without escalating conflict.

Your advice, opinions, and services provided on behalf of clients can significantly impact them and their families. With experience, you would take on files of increasing complexity in custody and child support applications and child protection matters ranging from care agreements to lengthy and complex permanent wardship applications.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in family law matters.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on family law issues.
• Facilitate alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Manage complex custody and child support applications.
• Handle child protection matters.

Qualifications

To be successful in this position, you will need :

Salary and Benefits

The GNWT offers a competitive salary (the range for this role is $148K - $177K ), professional development opportunities, cost of living allowances of $3,700 in Yellowknife , a generous defined benefit pension plan, various leave options, and health / dental benefits.

Closing Date

Closing Date : March 7, 2025

Apply for the job by clicking the link here : https : / / www.gov.nt.ca / careers / en / job / 26233

Additional Information

Seniority Level : Associate

Employment Type : Full-time

Job Function : Legal

Industries : Public Relations and Communications Services

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