Overview
Articling Student – Criminal & Family Jobs in Kingston, Canada at Legal Aid Ontario
Position: 2027/28 Articling Student – Criminal & Family )
Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) is committed to delivering access to justice for vulnerable communities in Ontario. The role is an articling position, offering a 10‑month placement beginning July 2027 that provides hands‑on experience in criminal and family law within our social‑justice mission.
Location & Work Environment
Home location:
Kingston Courthouse (279 Wellington St.). This position is 100% onsite and requires full‑time presence at the office.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide duty counsel services in criminal court: interviewing accused, verifying sureties, conducting surety interviews, facilitating communication between counsel and Crown, and conducting plea interviews.
- Assist in duty counsel services in family court: helping unrepresented clients draft applications, affidavits, and motions; preparing case lists and summaries; observing courtroom presentations and supporting client meetings.
Required Skills & Experience
- Eligible to undertake articles in Ontario.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice or public‑interest work.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Interest in criminal and/or family law.
- Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgement.
- Solid understanding of the mission of Legal Aid Ontario.
- Understanding of LAO’s client communities and client‑service skills for vulnerable populations.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and video conferencing platforms such as Zoom and Teams.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $78,265.25 per annum prorated for ten months, plus benefits. LAO covers all law‑society licensing fees.
- Dental and health benefits.
- Basic life and accidental‑death insurance.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- Paid vacation: 10 days during the articling period, in accordance with LSO requirements, plus statutory holidays and observances.
- Access to training, professional development, networking, and EDIB initiatives.
- Eligibility for the Public Service Pension Plan.
Career Development
Five‑day on‑site training led by experienced lawyers, covering criminal and family law, soft‑skill development, courthouse visits, and virtual court sessions. Continuous support through EDIB‑focused training, professional networks, and Accredited training.
Equity Statement
Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness, and consistency. We encourage applicants from equity‑seeking groups. All eligible people will be considered and accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment.
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Title: Articling Student – Criminal & Family
Company: Legal Aid Ontario
Location: Kingston, Canada
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