Senior Legal Counsel – Kenora Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services
About the role
The Senior Legal Counsel is responsible for representing the Agency 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 the completion of appeals. Senior Legal Counsel also provides legal consultation with Agency staff on matters relevant to protection case work. The incumbent acts as primary liaison between the Agency and the courts to promote efficient conduct of child protection litigation and oversees the Legal Services unit.
Knowledge And Skills Required
- Sound knowledge of legislation that concerns children and families, particularly the CYFSA.
- Sound knowledge of the processes and procedures involved in litigation, including current legal decisions and relevant techniques.
- Sound knowledge of legal research is necessary.
- Ability to mediate with other parties regard
Learn More Closing Date: November 28, 2025
About The Law Society of Manitoba
The Law Society of Manitoba is the independent regulator of approximately 2,000 practicing lawyers that comprise the legal profession in Manitoba. The Law Society’s mandate is to protect the public interest by ensuring that legal services are delivered by a competent, honourable and independent legal profession. As the regulator for the profession, we set the standards of conduct for lawyers practising in Manitoba and the admission requirements to become a lawyer in Manitoba.
Senior Legal Counsel – Kenora Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services
About the role
The Senior Legal Counsel is responsible for representing the Agency 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 the completion of appeals. Senior Legal Counsel also provides legal consultation with Agency staff on matters relevant to protection case work. The incumbent acts as primary liaison between the Agency and the courts to promote efficient conduct of child protection litigation and oversees the Legal Services unit.
Knowledge And Skills Required
- Sound knowledge of legislation that concerns children and families, particularly the CYFSA.
- Sound knowledge of the processes and procedures involved in litigation, including current legal decisions and relevant techniques.
- Sound knowledge of legal research is necessary.
- Ability to mediate with other parties regard
Learn More Closing Date: November 28, 2025
About The Law Society of Manitoba
The Law Society of Manitoba is the independent regulator of approximately 2,000 practicing lawyers that comprise the legal profession in Manitoba. The Law Society’s mandate is to protect the public interest by ensuring that legal services are delivered by a competent, honourable and independent legal profession. As the regulator for the profession, we set the standards of conduct for lawyers practising in Manitoba and the admission requirements to become a lawyer in Manitoba.