The Ministry of the Attorney General requires an Associate Judge (1 position)
“OPEN”
This is an Order in Council appointment pursuant to s. 86.1 of the Courts of Justice Act. You will require legal, adjudicative, mediation and administrative skills. Associate Judges perform judicial duties in civil actions in the Superior Court of Justice, exercising the jurisdiction assigned to Associate Judges by the Rules of Civil Procedure.
At the direction of the Regional Senior Justice, you will be assigned to serve as registrar in bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act. You will also be assigned to hear motions, conduct pre-trial or case conferences, exercise case management and trial management functions, and may be assigned to conduct references under the Construction Act.
LOCATION: 393 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario. Could also involve travel to other regions as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Membership in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario for at least ten years; good judgment, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, effective organization and computer skills.
The position requires thorough knowledge of proceedings under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, as well as knowledge of civil litigation, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and case management. Knowledge of proceedings under the Construction Act would be an asset. A “G” driver’s licence and the ability to travel to surrounding court locations, including Brampton, Hamilton, Milton and Newmarket, are required.
POSTING DATE: May 25, 2022
CLOSING DATE: June 15, 2022
Applications must be received by closing date.
All applications must be sent by email, as a PDF attachment, to Danny.Caon@ontario.ca.