Law Society Tribunal- Part time Adjudicator (Lawyer) Position

The Law Society Tribunal is an independent adjudicative tribunal within the Law Society of Upper Canada, consisting of staff and appointed adjudicators. Adjudicators include benchers and other lawyer, paralegal and lay appointees.

The Tribunal is seeking several qualified lawyers for appointment to the Tribunal as part-time members for a term of two years. Remuneration and travel expenses are paid.

Previous experience as an adjudicator or completion of an adjudicator-training course is a strong asset. Successful applicants must:

be currently licensed as a lawyer by the Law Society of Upper Canada with no restrictions on their right to practise, be called to the bar for a minimum of 10 years and have no disciplinary record in any jurisdiction.

be available throughout the calendar year for hearings and to set prompt continuation dates.

have excellent hearing management and reason writing skills.

have knowledge and understanding of principles of legal ethics and procedural fairness.

be comfortable with independent use of web-based applications and word processing software.

participate in performance assessment by the Chair.

Among those appointed, we hope to include candidates: (1) who can conduct hearings in French; (2) with expertise on Indigenous issues; and (3) with experience handling mental health matters.

More information about the Law Society Tribunal and a detailed position description can be found on our website at www.lawsocietytribunal.ca. An application package consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae and two writing samples, preferably decisions the candidate has authored. The package must be sent by email, including “Adjudicator Application” in the subject line.

The deadline for applications is December 15, 2017.  

David A. Wright, Chair

Law Society Tribunal

402-375 University Avenue

Toronto, Ontario M5G 2J5

vramsukh@lsuc.on.ca

Expiry Date: 
Friday, December 15, 2017 - 5pm