Legal Counsel, Complaints Resolution

About the job

As a member of the Law Society’s Complaints Resolution Department, the successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will be to investigate and to attempt to resolve complaints received by the Law Society about the conduct of lawyers practising in Manitoba. Complaints Resolution Counsel will also act as counsel to the Complaints Investigation Committee.

The Law Society of Manitoba is the independent regulator of approximately 2,300 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.

Qualifications

Required:

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Manitoba or eligible for admission to the Manitoba Bar
• Excellent written communication skills
• Good judgment and attention to detail

Assets:

• Investigative training and conflict and/or mediation training

The Law Society of Manitoba believes in supporting our dedicated team of professionals by offering a comprehensive compensation package including a competitive salary, pension, group benefits package and career development and training opportunities.

We recognize that diverse opinions, abilities, identities, cultures and languages in our profession and workplace are a critical foundation to an effective and equitable society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. The Law Society of Manitoba welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Disability accommodations are available upon request.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@lawsociety.mb.ca by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5.

Join an organization where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution, in a fun, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

To learn more visit www.lawsociety.mb.ca

The Law Society of Manitoba thanks all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants to be interviewed will be contacted.