Legal Aid NL is proud to provide an innovative and collaborative legal aid system that responds to the needs of low income persons. Our services promote access to justice through the provision of quality legal assistance for criminal, family and some administrative law matters. Legal services are provided through a staff based delivery model via twelve full service offices, four project offices and duty counsel services province wide.

We are currently seeking a Staff Solicitor to fill a 36-month contractual position in the Provincial Special Defence Unit.

The successful candidate will have a wide range of responsibilities including but not limited to:

• conducting hearings, trials (including jury trials) and appeals related to criminal matters, including major cases such as homicide etc.
• providing legal opinions on criminal law matters
• providing Brydges and Duty Counsel services to persons arrested, detained or being questioned by the police for major cases such as homicide
• taking carriage of complex files on short notice which may require travel to various locations, including overnight stays
• ensuring that legal services are provided in an effective and efficient manner in order to provide the highest level of service to clients
• training and mentoring other staff solicitors in handling of major criminal cases
• carrying out other initiatives and projects as may be required

The successful candidate will hold a Law Degree from a recognized school of law, be a member in good standing or, be able to become, a member in good standing with the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador. Minimum 8 years' demonstrated experience dealing with major criminal matters is required. Candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle difficult situations and problem solve as needed. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail is a must, along with a strong work ethic and the ability to take initiative. Additionally, candidate must possess a positive attitude, a passion for providing service and high standards of ethics, professionalism and confidentiality and a demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced and challenging legal environment.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a Certificate of Conduct with Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment.

Employees of the Newfoundland and Labrador Legal Aid Commission are covered under the Provincial Government Pension Plan and Health Plan. An optional Dental Plan and Disability Plan are also available. The salary for this position is based on the Solicitor IV Pay Scale ($109,326 - $158,719 annually).

Interested applicants should send resumes to [email protected] by 4:00pm on Friday July 11th, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.