Crown Counsel

The Opportunity:

The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) is seeking a junior lawyer who is interested in a varied practice and a career in public service. This position offers exposure to civil, estate, personal injury and family litigation, as well as legal issues involving capacity, substitute decision-making, estate administration and child and family services through the Counsel for Children program. It is an opportunity to develop your litigation and advisory skills while building a career in public service.

Working closely with the PGT and office staff, you will provide legal advice, opinions and representation on matters involving dependant adult and minor clients whose affairs fall within the PGT’s authority and deceased estates administered by the office. The work calls for careful legal analysis, practical advice and sound judgment in addressing sensitive and sometimes complex matters. A competitive salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Provides legal advice and recommendations on civil, estate and family matters arising in the PGT’s work;
• Conducts legal research and interprets legislation and regulations relevant to the PGT’s responsibilities;
• Prepares pleadings, affidavits, briefs and other court documents;
• Appears in court and advocates on matters within the PGT’s authority; and
• Works with office staff and external counsel to address legal issues and advance files.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• strong research and analytical skills;
• clear and concise writing skills;
• the ability to explain legal issues to people with different backgrounds, levels of legal knowledge and levels of capacity, adapting your communication to their understanding and needs;
• strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to advocate effectively in court and deliver effective public presentations;
• excellent organizational skills including the ability to manage high volume workload with conflicting priorities and deadlines;
• the ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;

• litigation experience in civil, estate, personal injury and/or family law.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a qualified lawyer as defined by the Law Society of Saskatchewan.
• Must be eligible for and maintain membership in good standing with the Law Society of Saskatchewan.
• Must provide a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector registry check will also be required.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level D)
• Critical Thinking (Level D)
• Digital Skills (Level C)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General contributes to strong communities in Saskatchewan by protecting their rights and safety and ensuring fair and timely access to justice. The ministry provides a fair justice system that upholds the law and protects the rights of all individuals in Saskatchewan; promotes safe and secure communities; and provides legal and justice policy advice to government. The ministry vision is to ensure all Saskatchewan residents thrive in safe and fair communities. The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.