Discipline Counsel, Litigation Services, Professional Regulation - Contract

at  Law Society of Ontario

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum level of education required for this position is an LLB or JD, plus a Class L1 licence with Law Society of Ontario.
• Post-call litigation experience is required, with demonstrated advocacy and negotiation skills, and sound judgment.
• Preference would be given to candidates with more than 5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience gained in a professional regulation context would be advantageous.
• May be required to travel locally to attend meetings at licensee’s offices and occasional travel within the province to interview witnesses or attend hearings outside of Toronto.
• Understanding of the Law Society’s mandate, services, legislation and policies.
• Extensive knowledge of investigation and prosecutorial practices.
• In-depth knowledge of the rules of evidence, the rules of procedure, and the law concerning privilege and documentary disclosure.
• Superior litigation skills.
• Superior legal research skills, including internet research.
• Ability to analyze and digest complex spoken and written information.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in both spoken and written language in individual and group settings.

Discipline Counsel represent the Law Society in various regulatory proceedings, appearing before the Law Society Tribunal and in the courts.