Family Lawyer

Lawyer (Family Law Services)

Full-Time, Permanent

Moncton

The New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission (NBLASC) is seeking a Lawyer to join the Family Law Services team on a full-time basis in Moncton.

This position will be required to travel to other areas of the province to assist with other regions from time to time.

Who we are

The NBLASC is a team of professionals advocating with compassion. We provide legal assistance to low-income individuals and are a crucial part of a fair and equitable justice system. We are committed to access to justice, and we advocate for our clients' rights.

Responsiveness, Compassion, Accountability, Professionalism, and Excellence: These are our values, and are at the heart of everything we do.

What you will do

Family Law Services provides legal advice and legal representation to eligible individuals on family law matters. Your responsibilities will include:

· preparing legal advice/documents in respect of parenting orders, divorces, restraining orders, spousal support, and child support as provided under the available scope of services within the New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission (Family Law services); and

· providing legal services to respondents in child protection matters;

· preparing affidavits and briefs;

· interviewing witnesses;

· meeting with clients;

· attending court;

· researching points of law; and

· completing other duties as assigned.

Who you are

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have (Essential qualifications and skills)

· Bachelor of Law Degree

· Membership in good standing or eligibility for membership with the Law Society of New Brunswick

· Completion of Articling

Please state your date of admission to a Canadian Law Society.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. In addition, French competency would be preferred. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

You possess the following behavioural competencies:

· Analytical Thinking/Judgment;

· Impact and Influence;

· Self-control/Stamina;

· Effective Interactive Communication;

· Flexibility;

· Client service orientation.

Wage

$59,124-$111,280 Annually - NBLASC PIPSC Lawyer Series pay plan

$112,398-$147,264 Annually - NBLASC PIPSC Senior Lawyer Series pay plan

What can NBLASC offer you?

Comprehensive benefits package including various leave provisions and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan

Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training

Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Paid Vacation benefits and additional benefits based on collective agreement

How to apply

We encourage you to apply by email at [email protected] stating "2025-07 Lawyer (Family Law Services)" in your email subject line. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

To learn more about what it's like to work with NBLASC, consider checking out the video on our website at: https://www.legalaid-aidejuridique-nb.ca/

Professionals advocating with compassion