Family Law Articling Opportunity

Start your legal career with Legal Aid Ontario as an Articling Student in Family Law. This role offers vital experience in advocacy for at-risk communities navigating family law and child protection.
Based mainly at the Family Law Service Centre, this 10-month contract allows students to engage directly with vulnerable clients and assist them through complex family law matters. The position emphasizes legal research, drafting, and supporting underrepresented groups facing barriers to justice. The role also includes working alongside experienced mentors and engaging in legal education.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support complex family law and child protection cases
• Draft legal documents and assist in research
• Provide trauma-informed advocacy to clients
• Engage in client representation and mentorship
• Facilitate legal education initiatives in the community
Requirements:
• Eligible to complete articles in Ontario
• Proven commitment to social justice work<...