lawyer
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Lawyer or Senior Lawyer
Posted on July 04, 2026 by Employer details Department of Justice & Public Safety
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Lawyer or Senior LawyerFamily Crown ServicesOffice of the Attorney GeneralJustice and Public Safety Permanent Position - OpenBilingualMoncton NB Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB! Who we areThe work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home. The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.The Family Crown Services Branch of the Office of the Attorney General, Department of Justice and Public Safety is seeking an individual to join their team as a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer.What you will doReporting to the Regional Director, the successful candidate will operate within the following mandated areas of civil practice:Representation of the Department of Social Development in adult and child protection proceedings; private custody and access matters;Representation of the Director of Support Enforcement in judicial support enforcement proceedings;Acting as Agent of the Attorney General for New Brunswick in matters under section 19 of the Divorce Act;Acting as Agent of the Attorney General for New Brunswick under the International Child Abduction Act;Such other areas of government practice as the Attorney General may mandate;Legal advice and legal opinions related to the aforenoted mandated areas of civil practice;Appeals in matters involving the Minister of Social Development and/or the Director of Support Enforcement.Who you areThe successful candidate should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be detailed oriented and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills are essential as is the ability to maintain composure in difficult situations. Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:Need to have Law Degree; completion of Articling; and membership in good standing or eligibility for membership to the Law Society of New Brunswick.Successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check. LawyerUp to 8 years of membership in good standing at the barDemonstrates basic knowledge of family law and experience in courtSenior LawyerMinimum of 8 years of membership in good standing at the barExtensive knowledge family law and experience in courtCandidates with less than 8 years of membership in good standing at the bar will be considered as a Lawyer. Candidates with 8 years or more will be considered as a Senior Lawyer. Please state your date of admission to a Canadian Law Society. Written and spoken competence in English and French is required, please state your language capabilityCandidates must demonstrate on their application how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resume should be in chronological order, specifying education and employment in months and years, including part-time and full-time employment. Screening for this competition is based on the resume you provide, so please ensure it is up to date when applying.OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement(s) are also required:Occasional Travel within the province;Possession of a valid class 5 driver's license;Working outside of regular hours of work without prior notice.Nice to Have (their asset qualifications)Experience in the areas of child and adult protection within the last five yearsSubject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the es- Location Moncton, NB
- Work location On site
- Salary$30.22 to $107.14HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2233540
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