Senior Legal Counsel

Employer Name: Kenora-Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services

City: Kenora, Fort Frances, Dryden, Red Lake, Atikokan

Province: Ontario

Postal Code: P9N 3P7

Application Deadline: September 12, 2025

Email: HR@krrcfs.ca

Hours of Work: Full Time Management Position, 33.75 hours per week

Job Type: Full-Time

Wages: $94,654 to $123,264

Duties of this LEAP Job Posting:

The Legal Counsel is responsible for representing the Agency as legal counsel in all legal matters related to the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA), including, but not limited to; the preparation and presentation of cases in Superior Court of Justice and all other Hearings, Tribunals, and Boards, through to completion of appeals and provides legal consultation with Agency staff on matters relevant to protection case work. The incumbent acts as chief liaison between the agency and the courts to promote efficient conduct of child protection litigation and is responsible for the Legal Services unit.

Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting:

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Sound knowledge of the legislation dealing with children and families, and in particular the Child and Family Services Act.
• Sound knowledge of the processes and procedures involved in litigation
• Strong skill set in mediation with other parties regarding what is in the best interests of the child and the Society.
• Sound skill in assessing the evidentiary merits of a child protection case as described by Agency staff and other witnesses.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the current legal decisions and techniques relevant to litigation.
• Sound knowledge of legal research is necessary.
• Proven organizational and administrative skills.
• Sound clinical, managerial, and leadership skills.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and a great team player.
• Thorough knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours.

Qualifications:

• LL.B. from recognized School of Law
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience practicing in family law, child representation, child protection, young offenders, or relevant/similar experience
• Management experience an asset

Required:

• Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and have access to a vehicle with OPCF6A Insurance endorsement and minimum of $1,000,000.00 Liability
• Clear criminal reference check, clear vulnerable sector check and a clear driver’s abstract
• Must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Upper Canada and licensed to practice law in Ontario

How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:

Please submit resume with letter of application quoting position number to: HR@krrcfs.ca

Human Resources Department
Kenora-Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services
820 Lakeview Drive
Kenora, Ontario P9N 3P7
Fax No. (807)467-5539 ATT: HR

Kenora-Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.

We would like to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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