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Civil and Commercial Litigation Lawyer
Cartel inc. Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity. We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference. Position Title: Civil Litigation Lawyer Our client is currently seeking an Associate Lawyer to join their team. They are an established firm who focus on company culture, fit, and mutual respect. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with both commercial litigation and civil litigation law. Requirements: Excellent analytical skills with particular emphasis in the areas of civil litigation to assume a challenging case load. If this role sounds like something that you would be interested in, please submit your resume via email to Ben@Cartelinc.com While we thank all of our applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Personal Injury Lawyer - 3 Years' exp
Cartel inc. North York, Ontario, Canada
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity. We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference. Position Title: Personal Injury Lawyer Our Toronto client is currently seeking an Associate Lawyer to join their team. They are an established firm who focus on company culture, fit, and mutual respect. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with mediation, arbitration exposure. Requirements: Excellent analytical skills with particular emphasis in the area of personal injury to assume a challenging tort case load. If this role sounds like something that you would be interested in, please submit your resume via email to: Ben @ Cartelinc.com Ben Higham B.S., JD., LL.M. Managing Partner Cartel Inc. One, First Canadian Place, Suite 2550 100 King Street West Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5X 1A4 While we thank all of our applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for this legal job board submission.
Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Division of Research & Innovation
BIPOC Executive Search Toronto, ON, Canada
The University of Toronto (U of T) seeks an outcomes-driven leader for the position of Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in the Division of Research & Innovation. With ongoing recognitions from national surveys including Canada's Best Diversity Employers , Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers , and Canada's Top 100 Employers , U of T offers a wonderful environment for an experienced EDI specialist to continue their impactful work. For more information about the University, visit https://www.utoronto.ca/ . Within the areas of research and innovation, unequivocally a pronounced focus on matters of diversity and inclusion is paramount. Diversity and inclusion, when brought into focus, improves creativity; enhances scientific discovery; and, leads to better problem solving as researchers work to solve some of the most pressing issues of our time. Reporting to the Associate Vice-President and Vice-Provost, Strategic Initiatives (AVPVP-SI) and under the general direction of the Executive Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, the Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion will have an opportunity to work with stakeholders across the university's three campuses to elevate research, innovation, and entrepreneurship at Canada's top research university. More specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for analyzing, advocating, and advancing EDI matters as it relates to the University's research and innovation enterprise; will serve on relevant Research and Innovation and campus-wide committees; and, in addition to leading training programs and workshops across campus will serve as an advisor and resource to the division as well as the overall institution. The Director will contribute to the Division's EDI goals and activities, including: the Canada Research Chair (CRC) Program , U of T's CRC EDI Action Plan , the EDI in Research and Innovation Working Group , and the Healthy Labs Initiative . The ideal candidate has experience with, or a strong appreciation for, the particulars of federal research funding and programs, as well as a demonstrated understanding of legal and legislative frameworks related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The incumbent also brings relevant experience in progressively senior leadership positions—intersecting with or managing an EDI portfolio—and preferably in a research-intensive, university or public sector environment. The successful candidate has strong verbal, written, interpersonal, facilitation, and mediation skills; experience working with a diverse group of stakeholders, ideally in a unionized setting; the ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy; the ability to manage multiple, competing, and frequently changing priorities; and a broad vision for the role of diversity in enhancing institutional excellence. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. The University of Toronto invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. U of T is partnering with BIPOC Executive Search to ensure an applicant list that has greater representation from Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour, thereby reflecting Canada's diverse population. Interested applicants can send their resume to Candice Frederick or Jason Murray at cfrederick@bipocsearch.com . We thank everyone for their expression of interest—and are truly appreciative of the time individuals put into applying—but with the limitations of time only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Senior Legal Course Specialist
University of British Columbia Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Title Senior Legal Course Specialist Department Senior Course Specialists | Real Estate Licensing Education | UBC Sauder School of Business Compensation Range $6,254 - $9,009 CAD Monthly Posting End Date January 1, 2021 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above. Job End Date Job Summary The position is responsible for the planning, development, assessment and delivery of the Division's education programs. The position is integral to the Division's overall strategic vision, and in particular, this position contributes directly in the creation of the legal curricular content of the Division's courses and is responsible for all legal aspects involved in developing policies, systems and organizational practices related to the Division's licensing education and examination operations. As one of the Division's legal content subject matter experts, the position retains, provides instructions to and supervises the work of external legal counsel and instructors and reviews legal documents and materials for accuracy and for conformity with industry practices and British Columbia and Canadian law. Typical additional responsibilities include conducting curriculum reviews and needs assessments; consulting with clients to determine their educational needs, and developing new or redesigning existing programs to meet those needs; collaborating with instructional support units and curriculum developers to facilitate the delivery of the Division's educational programs; participating in market research to identify potential educational programming opportunities; recruiting instructors; conducting instructional design research and analyses; and, assisting in developing marketing plans for the Division's educational programs. Organizational Status Reports to the Director and works with editors, tutors and graders, as well as various full- and part-time staff involved in academic operations, course and examination production and delivery. Work Performed Academic Operations – the position is responsible for maintaining the academic integrity of the Division's courses and examinations. Responsibilities include conducting needs assessments and consulting with external stakeholders to identify new and existing curricular requirements and providing academic support in the development and production of program offerings. This position is responsible for contracting with and managing consultant contributors and manages related functions of the Division's internal textbook production and delivery teams. The position advises summer and part-time tutors on academic issues, provides tutorial instruction and responds to student enquiries as required or which go beyond part-time tutor capabilities, and edits and writes new course and examination materials where expertise is appropriate. Program Development - the position plans, develops and implements educational policies for the successful operation of the Division's numerous programs and their related examinations, balancing the need for customer-focused student services with maintaining the academic and regulatory integrity and security of the programs. The position conducts instructional design research and analyses, and develops and redesigns programs and policies, systems and organizational practices to meet educational and organizational goals. Student Relations – the position is a key part of the Division's complex public relations activities and acts as a content expert and academic advisor to a wide range of students, and includes addressing academic, regulatory and equity policy issues with students and stakeholders. The position carries a critical conflict resolution mandate, and requires in-depth knowledge of program content, education technology, and an understanding of the competitive, political and regulatory environment within the real estate industry in Canada and abroad. It also requires a specific knowledge of the licensure, enforcement and regulatory issues related to the educational programs of regulatory organizations and of the specific policies applicable to the Division's various programs. Consequence of Error/Judgement This position makes decisions regarding the Real Estate Division's program administration and curriculum design. As such, decisions in this area have both immediate and long-term impacts on the operating results of the organization. In playing a key role respecting the development of programs for important clients such as the Real Estate Council of BC, the British Columbia Financial Services Authority, and the Saskatchewan Real Estate Commission, poor decisions by this person would have significant and permanently negative effects on the Faculty's and the University's reputation and may result in the loss of economic opportunities and of profitability. Decisions made regarding curriculum, program structure, and delivery have a direct impact on students' ability to learn, on their ability to meet academic and professional licensing requirements, and ultimately on their ability to become active members of the real estate industry and supporters of the Faculty. Supervision Received The position works under broad directives set by the Director and Associate Director, and is expected to exhibit considerable autonomy in pursuing the strategic vision of the Division. Work is reviewed with respect to adherence to broad policies and progress towards goals. The position consults with the Director and Associate Director, who provide direction, input and advice on course development, strategy, financial matters, and policy issues. Supervision Given Responsible for overseeing the workflow of both internal and external authors and legal counsel, editors, tutors and graders, as well as various full- and part-time staff involved in academic operations, course and examination production and delivery. Qualifications Master's degree in Education. Minimum of six years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a law degree and membership in good standing or eligibility for membership in the Law Society of British Columbia. Education experience an asset but not essential. A minimum of 6 years of experience as a practicing lawyer is preferred, including experience both in private practice and in an institutional or corporate environment. The position requires a broad-based knowledge of the law with experience in real estate contracts, leasing and agency law being especially desirable. This position requires an in-depth knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework of the real estate industry in Canada and abroad. Candidates must possess exceptionally strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to operate strategically in a complex competitive environment. The position requires an ability to simultaneously manage a diverse range of complex projects and activities. May require some travel within and outside Canada.
The University of Calgary Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Position Overview The Office of Research Services within VP Research is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Legal Counsel, Research. With its bold Eyes High initiative, the University of Calgary aspires to enhance its role as a great university, an institution with global reach located in a dynamic city in an innovative province. Following the continued growth and expanding reach of the University's research mandate, there is a growing need for legal guidance in structuring major research collaborations, overseeing the contracting process and providing advice on policy issues and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the Associate Vice-President (Research), the Legal Counsel, Research provides legal oversight supporting the growth of the research enterprise. As the leader of the Legal and Intellectual Property Unit in Research Services, this position plays a key role in overseeing risk issues emerging from the contracting process for external research funding and commercialization, and providing advisory services to the Vice-President (Research), Deans, other departments and individual faculty members. This is a challenging role, involving management of competing interests in an environment of constant growth and expanding priorities. A high level of versatility and diplomacy is essential, with strong skills in negotiation, mediation and partnership building. This position deals with highly complex issues on a daily basis and takes an active role in the resolution of conflicts with internal and external collaborators to achieve satisfactory outcomes for all involved. Moderate to high stress and pressure is a constant component of this position, overseeing a steadily increasing file volume and multiple simultaneous deadlines. This position will appeal to someone who is looking for a high-profile role in a public institution, who wants an opportunity to have a positive impact on the institution. Decisions made by the person in this role will affect reputation of the University, its legal liability, and success of major initiatives to secure new research funding. The person in this role should have substantial experience dealing with a broad range of legal and business issues related to research, innovation and technology in a fast-paced and challenging environment. Position Description Primary Purpose of the Position: (Key purpose, functions, roles): The primary purpose of this position is to manage legal and reputational risk for research and commercialization activities within the University within the context of the Eyes High strategy and Academic and Research Plans. In fulfilling this mandate, this position will oversee the Legal and Intellectual Property Unit within Research Services while directly managing complex and high-risk files and providing advice to the Vice-President (Research) and other members of the Senior Leadership Team on policy and compliance matters. Within the University community, this position is expected to achieve a high level of visibility as an authority on all issues relating to research, including agreements, commercialization matters and related policies. In addition, this position will oversee the communication of the University's legal position to external research collaborators, explaining the policies and procedures underlying University operations, and seeking to solve problems and eliminate roadblocks to successful collaboration. Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to): Legal Operations: Oversee the operations of the Legal and Intellectual Property Unit in Research Services which includes the Agreements Manager, 1 Contracts and Compliance Specialist, and 3 Contract Specialists. Set guidelines for the minimum operating standards of the Legal and Intellectual Property Unit, including essential legal requirements in standard documentation for collaboration, consortium, service and commercialization arrangements. Assist the Legal and Intellectual Property Unit staff with interpreting University policy as it applies to specific projects. Help staff develop and execute negotiation strategies and draft specific language for challenging and complex agreements. Provide guidance and support for the Agreements Manager on all operational matters including recruitment, training and career development of the Contract Specialists. Provide leadership on development of new services and procedures to anticipate evolving needs in the University community. Set the performance targets for the Legal and Intellectual Property Unit and monitor ongoing operations to ensure maximum efficiency. Manage transactions with significant risk or complexity. Directly undertake higher risk transactions requiring significant negotiation or development of customized forms of agreement. Oversee external counsel retained to provide representation on major transactions or litigation. Respond to requests for advice from the Vice-President (Research) and other members of Executive Leadership Team. Assist with development, drafting and implementation of University policy and procedures for research and commercialization. Legal Compliance Assist with interpretation and application of external compliance obligations for research matters within the University (including Tri-Agency guidelines and NIH Financial Conflict of Interest regulations) across multiple faculties and departments. Anticipate changes in external legal and regulatory environment related to research and propose compliance strategies. Support for Key Business Units Provide advice and support to other University departments on research and commercialization issues, including the Cumming School of Medicine Legal, Research Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Environmental Health and Safety and Graduate Studies. Provide advice and support to faculty Deans, Associate Deans (Research) and Innovate Calgary (the University's technology transfer office). Collaborate with other University lawyers on matters related to research and commercialization. Other duties or projects as assigned. Qualifications / Requirements: Admission to the Bar in any Canadian province together with at least 10 years experience in commercial transactions and some familiarity with intellectual property law is essential. In-house experience with a high-volume contracting process would be desirable. Direct supervisory experience, with proven ability to inspire, train and support highly skilled staff, is highly valued in this role. Experience with development of organizational processes, including the creation and maintenance of policies, is valuable. Familiarity with university environment will be useful, but is not essential to this position. Application Deadline: January 31, 2021 We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted. Additional Information This position is classified in the Professional Career Band, Level 5L of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework. To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website . About the University of Calgary The University of Calgary is Canada's leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation's most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada's top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca . The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High , committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do. The University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their professional success while they are here. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Litigation Associate
British Columbia Securities Commission Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Litigation Counsel Enforcement British Columbia Securities Commission This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced litigation counsel to join the BCSC's Litigation Branch. As the successful candidate, you will: initiate and conduct enforcement proceedings before the BCSC; represent BCSC staff in all levels of court; work closely with other litigation counsel and investigation staff in preparing and presenting cases; make recommendations and provide enforcement related legal opinions based on BCSC priorities and objectives; and liaise with other securities regulators and law enforcement agencies. This position acts both independently and in conjunction with other litigation counsel and reports directly to the Manager of Litigation and Director of Enforcement. You are a dedicated legal professional with membership in the Law Society of British Columbia and you have a minimum of three years of relevant litigation experience. Experience in conducting administrative litigation or criminal prosecutions is a definite asset. You will be required to work in a team environment and have a comprehensive understanding of administrative law. Superior analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, complete your qualifications. Salary is commensurate with experience. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment, as well as a competitive compensation package that includes four weeks of annual vacation and a defined benefit pension plan. Visit https://www.bcsc.bc.ca/about/careers to explore this exciting opportunity and apply online by January 18, 2021 . Competition 21:101 Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada. Investment restrictions apply. We are an equal opportunity merit-based employer.
Employment Litigation Lawyer
Cartel inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity. We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference. Employment Lawyer: Our top Client is searching for a capable associate Lawyer, with 2-6 years' of experience, to serve in their Toronto office. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising employers and employees in all areas of employment law, facilitating training sessions and conducting workplace investigations. This role requires an individual with a proven track record and 2-6 years of broad experience working in an Employment Law firm with a demonstrated capability in dealing with all aspects of employment law. The individual will be capable of carrying files independently with minimal supervision, including litigation matters. T h e i dea l c and i da te w i l l p o ss e s s t h e f ol l ow i n g attributes: Exceptional practice management skills and strong interpersonal and writing skills Superb client-service orientation and an understanding of achieving excellence Sound judgement and the capacity to manage multiple and competing priorities Proven ability to work independently in a team-oriented environment Experience in cultivating new business through a variety of business development activities Strong working knowledge of Legal Software (PC Law) Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is required. A values based individual who consistently demonstrates behaviours aligned with our Firm's values including: Respect, Initiative, Passion, Excellence and Teamwork Applicants are invited to email their CV to: ben@cartelinc.com Cartel is serious about your practice. That's why we don't release your name or identifying facts to an employer until you provide your consent.
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity. We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference. Position Title: Corporate Commercial Lawyer (GTA) (5-10 years) Opportunity: Corporate Law Location: Toronto Our Client, one of Toronto's top ranked full-service firms, is currently seeking an Associate to join its legal team in their office. Real estate experience is an asset. The ideal candidate will be able to both work as part of a team and independently with a focus on providing excellent client service. The firm offers a collegial and supportive environment, interesting, diverse and challenging work. They provide comprehensive legal services for a large base of clients, with a focus on service and professional excellence. Job Description: Our Client is a growing firm and they require a Lawyer to join its Corporate Practice Group. This position offers excellent opportunities for leadership, development, and mentorship. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading cross-marketing initiatives within the firm, and facilitating client seminars. This partner will also play a pivotal role in networking with the business community to increase referral sources and raise the firm profile in the corporate legal market. This is an excellent opportunity for the entrepreneurial lawyer. The candidate should have an enthusiastic and responsive approach to client requirements and excellent people skills. Desired Skills & Experience: Experience in Corporate Law (not required but preferred part or full book of business). A track record of leadership Ability to work independently as well as on a team Ability to handle a high volume of work Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills To discuss this role further, please submit your CV to: ben@cartelinc.com Ben Higham B.S., JD., LL.M. Director of Legal Recruiting Cartel Inc. One, First Canadian Place, Suite 2550 100 King Street West Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5X 1A4 Ph: (416) 259 1983
Securities Legal Assistant
MLT Aikins - Western Canada's Law Firm Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
MLT Aikins LLP is an expertise-based, full-service law firm of 240 lawyers serving clients across Western Canada from offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. This position will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support for one partner and two associates in the Vancouver office. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior computer proofreading and time management skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work independently, follow instructions with minimum supervision and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment. Qualifications and requirements include: Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant Program; Minimum 5+ years of experience in an active securities environment Experience in SEDAR/SEDI online filings; Advanced Computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software; Perform complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Responsibilities include: Must have proof reading, writing, spelling and grammar skills; Prepare various administrative tasks including file opening, billing and follow-up to review outstanding accounts; Follow instructions with minimum supervision and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment; Maintain an efficient electronic file system and have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. A friendly, cooperative atmosphere typifies the smaller working environment of the Vancouver office of MLT Aikins. Salary is negotiable. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Junior Commercial Litigator
Cartel inc. Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity. We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference. Position Title: Commercial Litigation Lawyer Our client in Toronto is currently seeking an Associate Lawyer to join their team. They are an established firm who focus on company culture, fit, and mutual respect. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with commercial litigation. Requirements: Excellent analytical skills with particular emphasis in the areas of commercial litigation to assume a challenging caseload. If this role sounds like something that you would be interested in, please submit your resume via email to Ben@Cartelinc.com While we thank all of our applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Strategic Policy Legal Counsel, Policy
The Law Society of Ontario Toronto, Ontario, Canada
OVERVIEW JOB PURPOSE: Strategic Policy Counsel provides advice and support for the policy-making function of the Law Society where it tackles issues that require creative, proactive and strategic approaches. Strategic Policy Counsel takes on some of the toughest policy challenges confronting the Law Society and is required to think big and differently. Strategic Policy Counsel has in-depth understanding (local, national and international) of developments, emerging issues and trends in the regulation of legal and other professions; of developments and trends in the delivery of legal services by lawyers and paralegals, of practice, ethical and business issues related to the delivery of legal services by lawyers and paralegals, of the challenges in the administration of justice and in promoting access to justice and of equity, diversity and inclusion challenges in the legal professions. Relying on this knowledge, Strategic Policy Counsel thinks creatively to craft options for approaches to policy challenges that strategically align with the Law Society's priorities, are comprehensive, are practical, are creative, innovative and progressive and ensure that the Law Society, not only keeps pace with developments, but also leads, in regulation. Strategic Policy Counsel works with working groups and task forces that are established to deal with a discrete issue within a fixed period of time. Strategic Policy Counsel also works with standing committees of Convocation when they are dealing with more complex issues. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: An LL.B. / J.D. and a lawyer licensee in good standing with the Law Society*. Strategic Policy Counsel is expected to work collaboratively as well as independently, conducting research of considerable importance to the Law Society and providing creative and proactive guidance and advice on policy to benchers and staff, requiring a minimum of 10 years' experience working for a professional governing body, government, legal organization or in legal practice or similar professional setting. A minimum of 5 years (of the 10 years' experience) must be in a position wherein the incumbent provided strategic policy advice. Equivalent experience may be considered. The incumbent may be required to travel in Ontario and throughout Canada (and, on occasion, internationally), primarily related to consultations, but also to present at meetings and conferences. Solid understanding of the Law Society Act and its regulations and by-laws, Law Society policies, and the Law Society's mandate and its policy-making processes, or willingness to learn. Proven ability, on a superior level, to quickly and thoroughly research and analyze complex legal and policy issues. Strong statutory interpretation skills. Proven ability, on a superior level, to work in a wide range of legal areas and fields of policy. Substantial knowledge of public policy, public administration and regulatory policy processes and procedural issues. Comprehensive knowledge and use of research tools including data analysis. Familiarity with consultation and analysis techniques. Proven ability, on a superior level, to prepare concise, well-written reports. Proven ability, on a superior level, to communicate both orally and in writing complex information in audience appropriate language and format. Expressive and persuasive in both spoken and written language facilitating effective decision-making. Computer literacy, including familiarity with word processing and applications, and social media. Sound judgment, tact and sensitivity to functioning as non-partisan staff in a "government" setting. Proven ability to work under pressure. Proven ability to assess challenges from multiple and different perspectives, to think big and differently and to craft creative solutions. *By submitting your application for employment, you agree to a clearance check of your regulatory history with the Law Society, and to the use of this information in assessing suitability for employment at the Law Society. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Client / Customer Service Delivery Provides support to benchers and staff by assessing problems, situations and challenges, identifying core and consequential issues, analyzing research and other input and, drawing on their assessments, analyses and knowledge, advising on possible solutions, their impacts and risks. Prepares a variety of reports, documents and papers in aid of providing support to benchers and staff as outlined above. Assists in developing and analyzing consultations with stakeholders, legal professionals and the public. Attends at meetings and functions, including external consultations on policy options. Makes presentations to committees, working groups and task forces, including providing "in camera" information and analyses. Conducts a variety of comprehensive legal, policy and other research, consults with internal and operational staff on challenges and opportunities, synthesizes and analyzes data/information gathered from the research and consultations, prepares a variety of reports, documents and papers as a result of the research and consultations and delivers oral briefings on the research and consultations. Acts as secretary to committees, working groups and task forces, drafts and circulates reports for the committees, working groups and task forces, prepares agenda, minutes, and summaries of meetings, and manages time lines to meet reporting requirements. Research Has strategic and in-depth understanding (local, national and international) of developments, emerging issues and trends in the regulation of the legal and other professions, of developments and trends in the delivery of legal services by lawyers and paralegals, of practice, ethical and business issues related to the delivery of legal services by lawyers and paralegals, of the challenges in the administration of justice and in promoting access to justice and of equity, diversity and inclusion issues in the legal professions. Conducts a variety of comprehensive legal policy and other research; consults with internal and operational staff on challenges and opportunities; analyzes research and other information; undertakes risk analysis and evaluation of policy options and mitigation strategies; assists in the preparation of financial and resource impact analyses; assists in developing and analyzing consultation with stakeholders, legal professionals and the public. Strategic Policy Counsel is required to conduct research in areas where there may be few, if any, precedents, requiring ingenuity and innovation. Special Projects and Initiatives Drafts submissions, correspondence, presentations, articles, etc., on behalf of benchers and staff. Attends, addresses and participates in meetings, conferences, symposia, etc. May lead and/or support consultation and stakeholder initiatives related to policy development. May undertake a variety of other projects as assigned or required. Relationship and Alliance Building Acts as a public face of the Law Society to outside parties, locally, nationally and internationally, including other law societies, the Federation of Law Societies of Canada, other legal organizations and law schools, and Canadian provincial and federal governments. Prepares and presents submissions on behalf of the Law Society, and other stakeholders as assigned, in order to influence and inform policy, regulations and legislation affecting the legal professions. Develops and maintains a network of key stakeholders and decision makers, communicating the position of the Law Society, and building good will and credible influence among interested parties. Team Development Works closely with other staff within the Law Society at all levels, to ensure a strategic, comprehensive and consistent approach to policy development within the Law Society. Facilitates the development of a broader team‑based approach throughout the Law Society by ensuring comprehensive and timely dissemination of information, as appropriate, and coordination and collaboration of efforts by staff. COMPETENCIES Service Orientation The requirement to maintain a high standard of commitment, ethics, respect, care in service delivery to clients (internal and/or external). Communication and Interpersonal Skills The requirement to structure and deliver effective verbal and written communication with clients, staff, licensees, the public and others in a non-threatening and constructive way. Team Orientation The requirement to share responsibility for the achievement of team goals and the associated behaviours required for individuals to contribute effectively in a team environment. Continuous Improvement The requirement to demonstrate an attitude that consistently strives to improve a standard of excellence for one's self and for the benefit of the organization, its licensees and stakeholders. Problem Solving and Judgement The requirement to identify and analyze problems, determine root causes, evaluate alternative solutions and take and/or recommend appropriate solutions. Technical Competence / Professional Knowledge The requirement to apply knowledge and skills to carry out the work and/or provide advice. This also includes the quality of advice given, as well as the requirement to make decisions in the best interests of the organization as a whole.
Associate Lawyer - Estate Litigation
3 Step Recruitment Inc Pickering, ON, Canada
Estate Litigation Associate Our client, a full-service law firm, is hiring an Estate Litigation Associate in their Pickering office. Requirements: 3-5 years of experience dealing with estate litigation matters. Strong familiarity with Estate Litigation principles. Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills. Highly focused with attention to detail; a motivated self-starter. Perks and Benefits include: Full benefits Flexible work arrangements (part-time remote) Performance bonuses
Corporate Secretary, Legal Services
Infrastructure Ontario Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Our Transaction Services and Corporate Legal division provides professional support to all parts of the organization through the services it provides, including legal and transaction finance. Lawyers within the team specialize in services that support infrastructure and commercial projects, real estate and leasing, lending, privacy, government affairs, litigation, construction, and contract management. As Corporate Secretary, you will be an officer of the corporation required to ensure the integrity of the governance framework and act as the primary support to the CEO/EMT and Board Chair/Board in the efficient administration of IO's decision-making at the level of the Board of Directors. You act as an advisor to the Board Directors and as executive liaison, while managing a team of professionals. All activities associated with the Board, Committees and other corporate governance matters are coordinated through this role. What You Will Do Oversee agenda-setting and attend meetings to take minutes and maintain corporate records. Analyze decision-making needs of the organization and determine best path forward to the Board. Respond to Directors on all queries and provide a level of customer service to Directors. Synthesize Committee/Board meeting activity and ensure implementation and coordination of Board deliverables with the support of a team. Interpret governance documents, including legislation and government directives, and advise the CEO/EMT/Chair/Board on appropriate courses of action on a variety of governance matters. Who We're Looking For Corporate Governance Certification or Law Degree is desired. Prior experience in providing governance support to a Board is an asset; knowledge of the manner in which crown corporations are governed is also an asset. The ability to be diplomatic and discreet with confidential information is paramount, in addition to being able to read cues and provide early warning signs. Politically astute with superior interpersonal skills. Demonstrated proficiency drafting and editing high quality and concise written communications; ability to pay attention to detail and excellent research/documentation skills (e.g. board level minutes, briefing notes, etc). Proven project management experience with strong research and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and clearly define and articulate requirements, priorities, and action items identified, in a time sensitive environment. Sound judgment and sensitivity in assessing difficult situations; proactive and confident with the ability to develop, foster and maintain relationships at all levels. Experience in managing a team and fostering an environment of collegiality while driving results. Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work in a complex, fast-paced and variable environment, requiring flexibility and frequent extended and/or varied work hours. Infrastructure Ontario is an inclusive employer, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. By submitting your application you are granting Infrastructure Ontario permission to process your personal data during the recruitment process and for keeping records of the process. Infrastructure Ontario may share your personal data internally to appropriate persons involved in the recruitment process and to third parties where there is an administrative or lawful basis for doing so. Provided that Infrastructure Ontario does not have any lawful reason to continue processing your personal data, you may make a formal request to rectify, erase or restrict (the processing of) your personal data.
Associate University Legal Counsel (Contracts)
Western University London, Ontario, Canada
Hours per Week: 35 Salary Grade: 18 About Western Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference. About Us Operations & Finance delivers services and programs enabling Western's community to benefit society and achieve excellence on the world stage. The Office of the University Legal Counsel provides legal advice and services to senior University administrators, Faculties and Administrative Units. Responsibilities The Associate University Legal Counsel (Contracts), under the direction of the University Legal Counsel, provides legal representation and advice to the University and all its constituent parts, including the Board of Governors, Senate, the President, Vice Presidents, the Faculties, and the Administrative Units. This role will primarily focus on providing advice on, drafting and negotiating a variety of different types of contracts, with a principal focus on technology, intellectual property, procurement and donor agreements. Qualifications Education: LL.B/ J.D. from an accredited law school in Canada Active membership in the Law Society of Upper Canada Licensed to practice in Ontario and in good standing, or admissible at the earliest opportunity Experience: 5 years' experience practicing law and providing legal advice to complex organizations Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of a broad range of legal matters affecting universities Significant breadth of knowledge related to university operations Ability to effectively transform legal requirements into efficient operational policy and processes High ethical standards, with a strong commitment to legal ethics, which is exhibited in knowledge and practice, and professional responsibility Ability to effectively drive and manage change initiatives that align with organizational strategies, support risk mitigation and enhance operational efficiencies Exceptional communication, analytical, writing, research and interpersonal skills Conflict resolution skills with an ability to proactively identify potential conflicts and support actions to facilitate its resolution Ability to provide guidance to assist others in solving complex situations affecting the University's business Ability to collaborate across internal and external boundaries to meet common objectives, improve outcomes and support work beyond one's own unit Verbal communication skills to translate information into easily understood terms, summarize information, and provide a rationale for action Ability to understand, interpret, and effectively communicate University guidelines, policies and practices to key stakeholders Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion Ability to evaluate future implications of strategies, and consider the outcomes of situations that could develop from decisions Problem solving skills and sound professional judgment Negotiation and influencing skills to effectively advocate needs and maintain relationships Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and to work effectively and efficiently with internal and external clients at all levels of the organization Ability to make decisions and recommendations that are clearly linked to the organization's strategy and goals Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred Western Values Diversity The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194. Please Note: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.
HOOPP Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Associate Legal Counsel (200209) Job Summary Are you a quick-thinking and driven individual seeking the growth and challenge that comes from working in a dynamic and growing world-class pension fund? Are you interested in working on cutting-edge issues in a highly collaborative and high-performance legal team? Are you looking for a career where you can contribute to a mission that has real life impact on the lives of Ontario healthcare workers? If so, we want to hear from you! The Associate Legal Counsel role will reside in the Legal & Internal Audit Services Division. The Associate will report to, and work under the supervision of Legal Counsel, Corporate. The group's principles are focused on delivering practical, business-oriented advice and support in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. They value hard work, innovative solutions, team collaboration and rethinking the status quo. Why you'll love working here: World class Defined Benefit pension 100% company paid Extended Health and Dental benefits Annual wellness program for reimbursement of health & wellness related expenses On-site/online fitness, yoga and meditation classes as well as massage therapy Business casual dress code You're making an impact and helping to deliver on our Pension Promise What you will do: With direction, support and under the supervision of their Manager and, where applicable, other senior lawyers on the Legal team, the Associate's primary responsibilities will be as follows: Review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including information technology agreements (e.g. software licensing arrangements, cloud-based solutions, statements of work, subscription agreements, data feeds, etc.), services agreements, consulting agreements, maintenance and support agreements, non-disclosure agreements and other related documentation, with a view to ensuring compliance with HOOPP's policies and risk tolerance. Conduct legal research, develop and provide legal advice and support on issues raised by the business; draft letters, correspondence and other documents to communicate such legal advice and support. Develop and draft policies, standards, practices and other related documentation for effective governance, including identification, assessment and management of legal and related operational risks. Communicate and educate staff on various policies and procedures and help to monitor and encourage compliance. Support HOOPP's privacy program, including tracking breaches, addressing privacy concerns relating to new technologies, advising on contractual terms, and supporting or developing privacy education and training initiatives. Develop and maintain knowledge of statutory and common law (including emerging legal issues) in various areas of law, including: technology, corporate/ commercial, privacy, pension, tax, employment and litigation. Assist in the interpretation of laws and regulations and prepare oral and written legal advice and guidance on issues of relevance and impact to HOOPP's business and operations. Assist in the management and mitigation of legal risk in relation to HOOPP's business and operations. Engage and co-ordinate internal and external resources, including external legal counsel, to resolve legal issues. Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of HOOPP's agreements, legal processes and repositories of legal resources and embrace the use of innovative technology in the delivery of legal services. Who you are: Law degree from an accredited law school, called to the Ontario Bar and member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario; 2-3 years of experience practicing with a law firm or in-house legal department; and experience in negotiating a variety of commercial arrangements and drafting relevant agreements. Experience negotiating and documenting transactions involving technology provisioning or procurement would be of advantage. Excellent oral and written communication skills; Exceptional ability to analyze and synthesize complex legal issues; High degree of initiative and results-oriented Impeccable judgment and unwavering integrity Keenly interested in technology and innovation Superior relationship-building and interpersonal skills Team-first attitude Knowledge of the following, preferably with some practical experience in each area: Commercial transactions (including IT procurement and management arrangements) Corporate governance Pension & benefits law Employment law Notice for job applicants Following the advice of Canadian health authorities, to mitigate the risk of potential spread of COVID-19 and support social distancing, all recruiting activities including interviews and new hire onboarding will be conducted online. While we are doing our best to ensure reasonable response times, please expect some delays during the recruiting process due to the current situation. Thank you for your patience and understanding during these challenging times. For additional information on our adjusted recruitment process, please email us at hrinbox@hoopp.com. About HOOPP Established in 1960, the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) is a multi-employer defined benefit pension plan for Ontario's hospital and community-based healthcare sector. We serve more than 381,000 members who provide valued healthcare services at more than 590 employers across the province. At HOOPP, we exist to provide a stable and reliable pension for our members that starts in retirement and is paid for life. As one of Canada's largest and most respected pension plans, HOOPP's net assets reached $94.1 billion at the end of 2019 and our funded status remained strong and stable at 119%. HOOPP's core values - professional, accountable, collaborative, compassionate and trustworthy - guide our every interaction with our members, employers and employees. We've become one of Canada's leading pension plans by consistently challenging ourselves and embracing innovation. From our unique investment management approach to our innovative technology and thought-provoking research, we constantly seek to push the boundaries, and we do this by hiring passionate, forward-thinking people. Our high-performance culture is founded on collaboration, respect and belonging. HOOPP is an equal opportunity employer and we're proud of our diversity. We select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications. Should you require accommodation because of a disability during the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Human Resources team. We will be happy to consult with you so that arrangements can be made for reasonable accommodation. Primary Location Toronto Job Legal and Audit Employee Status Permanent Job Type Standard
Government of Canada Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
Public Prosecution Service of Canada - Northwest Territories Regional Office Yellowknife (Northwest Territories) EC-03 $67,651 to $76,548 (plus Isolated Post Allowances) For further information on the organization, please visit Public Prosecution Service of Canada Closing date: 12 November 2020 - 23:59, Pacific Time Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad. Apply online Important messages We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. Assessment accommodation Work environment The Northwest Territories Regional Office (NWTRO) is responsible for the prosecution of all federal offences in the NWT. The regional headquarters is located in Yellowknife. Communities throughout the NWT are served by circuit in both the Territorial and Supreme Court. The NWTRO prosecutes Criminal Code offences, in addition to offences under other federal statutes typically prosecuted by the PPSC. The caseload of the regional office includes a high number of personal injury offences, including homicide cases, sexual assaults, aggravated assault and assault causing bodily harm or with a weapon. The region actively reviews the files of high risk offenders and applies in appropriate cases for dangerous or long-term offender status following conviction. Yellowknife sits on the shore of Great Slave Lake, the tenth largest lake in the world. There are many attractions, seasonal festivities and plenty of activities to take part in year round for everybody to enjoy. Additional benefits of working in Yellowknife: 1) In addition to your base salary, you will receive an Isolated Post Allowance (Northern Allowance) which ranges from $18,375 - $25,431 annually depending on your circumstances. 2) You will also receive a Vacation Travel Assistance (VTA) once a year that will support you to travel on vacation outside of the territory. The amount allocated varies. 3) Room for growth in our organization. 4) Training opportunities. Intent of the process The immediate need is to staff one (1) position on an indeterminate or specified period basis. This process may be used to staff similar positions at Public Prosecution Service of Canada in the Northwest Territories Regional Office with varying tenures (such as indeterminate, specified period, acting, assignment/secondment) according to the position to be staffed. Positions to be filled: 1 Information you must provide Your résumé. In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications) Education: Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary program with acceptable specialization in paralegal studies or a law related field OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience. Degree equivalency Experience: Significant* experience in conducting legal research on medium complexity cases, files or projects. Experience in preparing, reviewing, and managing a wide variety of legal documents. Experience in maintaining and updating a legal information management system (such as iCase, Ringtail, PRISM, JUSTIN). Experience using Microsoft office Suite. Significant refers to the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with full-time performance of the duties for a period of one (1) year. If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications) Asset Qualifications - Experience: Experience working in a cross-cultural environment, particularly in Indigenous communities. Experience working in a Northern environment. The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job) English essential Information on language requirements Knowledge: Knowledge of methods and techniques for legal research. Knowledge of criminal law concepts, rules and procedures. Knowledge of the Canadian legal system. Abilities/skills and Personal Suitability: Ability to communicate effectively in writing. Ability to communicate effectively orally. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize while working under pressure. Ability to conduct legal research, conduct analysis, and provide recommendations. Effective interpersonal relationships Judgement Attention to detail Reliability Initiative The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job) Operational Requirement: Ability and willingness to work outside normal working hours which may include working evenings, nights and weekends based on operational needs. Degree equivalency Organizational Needs: The organization is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. Qualified applicants who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs. Conditions of employment Secret security clearance Medical clearance Other information The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply. Information on employment equity Preference Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first. Information on the preference to veterans We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Google Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Minimum qualifications: JD, LL.B or equivalent degree. Qualified lawyer in Canada. 3 years of attorney work experience. Experience in private practice or in an in-house team in Canada. Preferred qualifications: 5 years of attorney work experience. Experience advising clients in structuring, drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements. Familiarity with online technologies, including cloud computing, and related regulatory issues, including privacy. Ability to work collaboratively, independently, strategically and with sound judgment. Effective organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure. Excellent communication skills. About the job As Associate Corporate Counsel on the small, scrappy Canadian legal team, you will work on the most exciting legal issues as disruptive technological innovations require creative and proactive legal guidance. You will be an adept commercial counsel, supporting our many business lines, including our Google Cloud business in Canada, drafting and negotiating enterprise, reseller, professional services and other business and technology agreements and assisting with product go-to-market initiatives, marketing activities and regulatory matters. You are collaborative - ready to partner in initiatives that influence all aspects of the business and work with Googlers from all over the company. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves to handle complex issues, but at the same time are eager to pitch in where needed to assist our rapidly growing businesses in a collegial, fast-paced environment. 20th century laws don't always solve 21st century problems, and Google Legal crafts innovative approaches for handling some of the toughest legal challenges of the information age. Whether you're a patent attorney, an intellectual property expert or an engineer headed to law school, Google Legal lets you take on unanswered legal quandaries and create new precedents. Our innovative services raise challenging questions that demand creative and practical answers. We provide those answers by working at the crossroads of the law and new technology, helping Google build innovative and important products for users around the world. Responsibilities Review, draft, and negotiate a diverse range of commercial agreements, including cloud services, professional services, reseller and other business and technology agreements that comply with company policies and risk tolerance. Respond promptly to a wide variety of legal requests from internal clients, summarizing and communicating legal concepts that business people can use. Advise your business colleagues and other cross-functional stakeholders on legal issues and risks, approval processes, company policies and procedures, and business strategy. Help ensure product and operational compliance with Canadian laws and regulations, including those dealing with privacy. Coordinate with external legal counsel on specific assignments, review preliminary advice and provide internal recommendations. Assist as necessary in the other work of the Canadian legal team to advise the business, including product management for online services and hardware, marketing, communications, policy and more. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status in Manitoba. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Associate Legal Counsel
Minimum qualifications: JD, LL.B or equivalent degree. Qualified lawyer in Canada. 3 years of attorney work experience. Experience in private practice or in an in-house team in Canada. Preferred qualifications: 5 years of attorney work experience. Experience advising clients in structuring, drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements. Familiarity with online technologies, including cloud computing, and related regulatory issues, including privacy. Ability to work collaboratively, independently, strategically and with sound judgment. Effective organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure. Excellent communication skills.
U.S. Immigration Attorney (2+Yrs.)
PwC Law LLP Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Job Description & Summary A career in our Immigration practice, within Legal Services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients adopt a more strategic approach to global entity governance across their organisations. We help our clients and their legal entities with the incorporation of new companies, on going compliance with local legislation, and restructuring of their global businesses to manage governance and compliance risks. Our team works closely with colleagues in immigration and employment law, human resources and global tax services to deliver legal advice with a strategic, holistic business focus. You'll join a group of immigration specialists that have the commercial acumen, the local contacts, and the wealth of experience to help our clients gain maximum value on immigration and mobility strategy. As a U.S. Immigration Attorney you will collaborate with a high-volume team in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that will carefully and efficiently manage the end to end process of various non-immigrant (temporary) and immigrant (permanent residence) visas. You will assist in providing strategic advice and counsel to both employers and employees to help our clients gain maximum value on their immigration and mobility strategies. What you'll create and do As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas. Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results. Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems. Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends. Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance. Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice. Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives. Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others. Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships. Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct. Prepare, review and submit non-immigrant, immigrant and PERM applications Review and implement various visa strategies to manage clients' business needs and mitigate immigration risks Provide timely advice and counsel to companies and employees on changes in regulations, laws and impacts Stay abreast of changes in law, regulation and policy Support companies and their employees to relocate providing a range of advisory services and support in U.S. Immigration Use technology and automation initiatives to enhance the client experience. What you'll bring to this role An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, an openness to learning new tools and adapting how you work. 2+ years of business immigration experience, Called to the U.S. Bar Someone who delivers differently with high tech innovation Attorney's who want to grow their career supporting large teams focused on innovation and technology initiatives to enhance the client experience Why you'll love working for PwC At PwC, we support you through a range of financial and non-financial rewards and benefits. Discover a life that works for you with our diverse, inclusive and flexible culture. To learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, please visit: https://www.pwc.com/ca/whypwc See how you can create your future at PwC https://pwc.to/2kUQFOp Applying at PwC At PwC, we embrace new technology where you will learn to innovate and deliver differently. For Administrative, Specialist, Associate, Senior Associate and Manager roles you may have the opportunity to participate in an on-demand video interview. To learn more about our innovative cloud-based online application interview process click here: https://www.pwc.com/ca/applytopwc Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date PwC is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.
Associate General Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel
AIMCo Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Opportunity As we all do our part to limit the spread of COVID-19, AIMCo has adopted a virtual interviewing process. Providing expert legal support for investment activities within and outside of Canada, across each of AIMCo's asset classes, including: reviewing, negotiating and drafting agreements and related documents; establishing and managing transaction project plans; reviewing and assessing issues arising from due diligence; advising on investment structures and tax mitigation strategies; managing and collaborating with external counsel; managing the legal risk of AIMCo and its clients; assisting the investment teams in managing direct investments; managing the legal risk and investment structures post-closing. Supporting the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) on various governance and policy matters, including: providing legal support to AIMCo's Board of Directors on all matters; responding to general internal legal inquiries; responding to requests from AIMCo's clients and the Government of Alberta; maintaining a range of corporate records; developing and maintaining transaction checklists and standard form documents; reviewing and reporting on legislative, regulatory and case law developments affecting AIMCo and its clients. Providing active leadership, including: directing and mentoring Legal Counsel and support staff; leading training sessions for internal departments on topics of legal interest; providing commercially oriented advice and support on general strategy and market practices (especially in foreign jurisdictions) to senior management and investment groups. Responsibilities Additional Associate General Counsel Responsibilities will include: Develop the strategy and planning for governance initiatives across AIMCo, with reference to AIMCo's corporate strategy, risks and business Act as a knowledge resource to help solve complex problems faced by all AIMCo functions Report on policy/governance matters to the CEO, Executive Committee, Audit Committee, Governance Committee and Board Assist CLO in responding to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies etc. Collaborate with and advise the executive and senior management in regards to AIMCo policy and governance issues Represent AIMCo externally, including: meeting with the government, clients and consultants; engaging with relevant regulatory agencies to advocate on behalf of AIMCo and its clients; and communicating with peer organizations on matters of mutual interest Ideal Candidate Qualifications Strong candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications may be considered for alternate roles. Overall qualities of Associate General Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel: Understanding of legal issues arising from investing and doing business in foreign jurisdictions Comprehensive understanding of legal risk and related legal risk management strategies Familiarity with the implications of applicable tax legislation, regulation and policy Market sector knowledge related to one or more AIMCo asset classes Understanding of fundamental finance and capital structuring principles, accounting principles and macroeconomics Excellent verbal and written communication skills suitable for a highly professional environment Client focused and collaborative Our ideal Associate General Counsel: Law degree (LLB or JD) from an accredited University and eligibility for membership in the Law Society of Alberta An MBA or accounting or finance credentials would be considered an asset Minimum of 15 years working knowledge and experience in a corporate/commercial law practice and a proven track record supporting or leading deals Demonstrates a strong commitment to AIMCo's core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity and collaboration, and inspires the same in others Our Ideal Senior Legal Counsel: Law degree (LLB or JD) from an accredited University and eligibility for membership in the Law Society of Alberta An MBA or accounting or finance credentials would be considered an asset Minimum of 10 years working knowledge and experience in a corporate/commercial law practice Proven track record supporting or leading deals Demonstrates a strong commitment to AIMCo's core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity and collaboration, and inspires the same in others Success Measures Success will be measured by the ability of the successful candidate to step into this role on day one, with direct experience across one or more of our asset classes. Over the course of the year, the successful candidate will be evaluated by their ability to train across the group of asset classes. Benefits and Rewards Stay engaged with exciting special project work and growth assignments. Stay agile with ongoing training, coaching and educational reimbursement programs. Stay balanced with a health care spending account and onsite fitness facilities. About AIMCo AIMCo is one of Canada's largest and most diversified investment managers, with over $118 billion of assets under management for 31 clients, a diverse group of Alberta public sector pension plans, endowment funds, and government accounts representing all Albertans. We are a global player, searching the world for financial investments which will ensure the long-term prosperity and financial security of all Albertans. We foster a culture that values the ingenuity, diversity and dedication of our talented team. Next Steps We attract the best and the brightest to join us at AIMCo. Please submit your resume or CV to be considered for this opportunity. We are excited to meet you and will be in touch with any questions. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. NOTE: Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.
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Abstract. Abstract. The true value of Linked Data becomes apparent when datasets are analyzed and understood already at the basic level of data types, constraints, value patterns etc. Such data profiling is especially challenging for Rdf data, the underlying data model on the Web of Data. In particular, graph analysis can be used to gain more insight into the data, induce schemas, or build indices. We present ProLOD++, a tool for various profiling and mining tasks and in particular its recent exten- sion GraphLOD, which offers Rdf graph analysis features. ProLOD++ features many interactive profiling results specific for open data, such as schema discovery for user-generated attributes, association rule discovery to uncover synonymous predicates, and key discovery along ontology hierarchies. GraphLOD enhances it with subgraph pattern mining, node degree distribution, component visualization and analysis, and more.
Abstract. The Web of Data contains a large number of openly-available datasets covering a wide variety of topics. In order to benefit from this massive amount of open data, e.g., to add value to an organization's internal data, such external datasets must be analyzed and understood already at the basic level of data types, uniqueness, constraints, value patterns, etc. For Linked Datasets and other Web data such meta information is currently quite limited or not available at all. Data profiling techniques are needed to compute respective statistics and meta information. Analyzing datasets along the vocabulary-defined taxonomic hierarchies yields further insights, such as the data distribution at different hierarchy levels, or possible mappings betweens vocabularies or datasets. In particular, key candidates for entities are difficult to find in light of the sparsity of property values on the Web of Data. To this end we introduce the concept of keyness and perform a comprehensive analysis of its expressiveness on multiple datasets.


With these things, and our move towards Amazon Alexa in our smart home and the maturation of these technologies that didn't exist in 2013, the monthly bill was getting more and more unpleasant to pay. We even called them a few months ago to see what opportunities there were to upgrade the system, but got nowhere.
Updated main panel. So much nicer.
Updated smart thermostat. Much simpler and easy to use.
Keychain fobs to arm/disarm the house.
Got rid of that extra WiFi hotspot that supported the old system, too. The new one is wired into our existing network.
Do you hear an Echo?
No, that isn't some snarky comment about how little I've been posting around here: I'm talking about the Amazon Echo.
In case you aren't aware, there has been a bit of a technology war going on, with Amazon, Apple and Google all vying for the lead in the "smart speaker" market. Each has a voice assistant (Alexa, Siri and "Google Assistant", respectively) and each company sells products that you put around your house. They can answer questions, play music, radio and podcasts, interact with smart home systems, play games, act as an intercom, and a lot of other things. I have been very interested in these, but hadn't tried them until this year. The cheapest one is the Echo Dot, which normally costs $70 Canadian, and prices climb from there. I was leaning towards the Apple HomePod for a long time as it was reviewed as having the best sound quality, but it also costs $449. I was never interested in the Google Home just due to my general disinterest in Google products. I am a regular customer of both Apple and Amazon. Amazon's strategy is to price these low, and get them in as many rooms as possible. Apple fought this trend for a while, thinking that people always had their phones with them anyways.
The way these things work is that they are listening for a "wake word". For the Apple HomePod, it's "Hey, Siri", and for the Echo it can be set to: "Alexa", "Echo", "Amazon" or "Computer". Once you've got the speaker's attention, you can speak to it. What they understand is somewhat different across vendors. If you've used "Hey, Siri" on your iPhone, you know what voice activated computing is like. Generally speaking: Alexa is simplest but once you know how to ask for something it is very predictable. Siri understands the most complex language interactions but is somewhat erratic. There just is something weird and magical about being able to stop and just speak aloud and having your house understand you. It's very reminiscent of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
In the summer, Amazon has a sale called Amazon Prime Day, and when that came around this past summer, the 2nd generation Echo Dot went on sale for $35. I figured for that little amount, we could try it out. It arrived, and I set it up in our living room, which is adjacent to the kitchen and dining room. You could talk to the Echo from most places on the main floor, but not from upstairs or downstairs. Interest was there at first, but Tammy and the kids almost stopped using it entirely within a week or so. Tammy claims she just never thought of it (especially once I moved it to the piano: out of sight, out of mind) and for some reason the kids just didn't care. I was the biggest user, but even so it was very limited.
Since the Echo was only in one location, it was not available in most of the house, including the major traffic areas of bedrooms and bonus room. Nobody built any habits around asking for information or getting Alexa to do something.
The 2nd generation Echo Dot has sound quality about equal to a cheap clock radio. You can ask it to play music, but it's not a great experience. It's good for voice interactions and that's it.
Tammy started discussing our home security with me. It has been good for five years, but it's not cutting-edge and needs updating. There are a lot of DIY solutions like Ring Alarm now, and that got me researching home automation and security stuff.
Apple announced that Apple Music will be available on Alexa-enabled devices like the Echo. That immediately changed my thoughts on music and the Echo, because Amazon Music is pretty weak by comparison.
The 3rd generation Echo Dot was released for the same price as the old one. It had significantly improved sound quality and volume.
Black Friday came along, and the Echos were on sale again. With credit card points, I ordered two more Dots (3rd generation) and an Echo Plus for future home automation control (more on that sometime later). And then when Tammy was shopping at Superstore, she spent over $250 and the free reward was… an Echo Dot.
I set the new "Superstore" Dot up and the difference was incredible. The sound quality made music listening pleasant. I moved the 2nd generation Dot upstairs and having a smart speaker in two locations changed the game. Everyone started using them more. So much so that despite my best intentions to make the other Echos I'd ordered something to put under the Christmas tree, I unboxed one of the Dots and set it up in the bedroom. When Christmas comes, we will have five smart speakers all around the house. You will be able to activate it wherever you are. All for practically no cost: $35 and some credit card points.
Yes, I bought a mattress from the Internet: Casper Mattress.
We'd been talking about replacing our futon mattress for a while. We both really like the fact that with a futon, when the other person rolls over, it doesn't shake you awake. I had been aware of Casper mattresses for years, because they sponsor ads on some of the podcasts I listen to. I'd told Tammy about them, and they come with a 100-day money back guarantee, so there's not a lot of risk, and they are really well reviewed.
With her back troubles in the last few days, it seemed like the right time.
What? She didn't post anything about the fact that she was in the hospital Sunday night? How inconsiderate! Yes, she had seizing muscles in her lower back that are getting better with painkillers, muscle relaxants and anti-inflammatories.
The mattress arrived today (Wednesday) after ordering in on Saturday.
First sleep on it will be tonight. We'll see if it is worth the money.
This morning, we finally fixed the humidifier on our furnace. It had been inoperative for the better part of a year since I broke it.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions, and on that day long ago, I was intending to remove the tray in the humidifier in order to clean it. It had a substantial amount of hard water buildup in it. Unfortunately, when I was putting it back together, I overtightened the float valve and cracked it. I tried for days to come up with a solution that would fix it, but was unsuccessful. I could not figure out if I could buy a replacement part, and the entire humidifier unit cost over $100. So I did what any self-respecting homeowner would do: I turned off the water valve and left it alone.
That is, until I was in there the other morning. I went down to get a loaf of bread from the freezer, and of course, the humidifier was there, mocking me. I popped it open, noted that it was bone dry, and for giggles turned on the valve. A little bit of water flowed into the tray, but then I turned the valve back off.
Then I went down to the freezer again the next day and found water all over the floor. I guess I hadn't closed the valve tightly enough. I did a better job on closing the valve, and resolved to fix the humidifier this weekend.
I went to Home Depot and forked out the money for the whole replacement, but intended to only replace the floater valve. I managed to do that pretty quickly. I was careful not to over tighten it this time, and I turned the water back on. We also replaced the drum and sponge inside while we were waiting and checking that the repair was good.
Then Tammy noticed water coming down the furnace duct from behind the humidifier. I wrote it off as a splash of water out the back when I replaced the drum, but Tammy insisted that it was coming from where the water line was tucked through the aluminum of the duct. When I looked a bit closer and tried to shift the line to look for cracks, it broke.
So, the replacement unit had a replacement hose and all the fittings, which was good. I removed the brass nut at the end where the hose connects to the water line, and then when I tried to pull the hose out of the valve, it broke there, too! I think this hose was past its best-by date. I would not be surprised to know it was originally installed when the house was built, and that was 21 years ago. That then led to removing the valve from the water line. Which resulted in a stream of water from the hole in the water line. Thus leading to Tammy having her finger on the hole like the little Dutch boy for the next ten minutes or more as I prepared to replace that valve as well.
Eventually, the valve was replace (no leaks). Then I fitted the hose and attached it properly to the valve (no leaks). Then I fitted the other end of the hose to the floater valve, after running the line without any pinches or kinks. Then we turned the water back on, and all seems to be fine without any leaks anywhere.
The one thing that has me scratching my head, though, is when we were done, I noticed some schmutz on the corner of my Apple Watch screen. I wiped it with a finger, then used a cloth, and then realized it wasn't coming off.
I have no idea what I did. It's not cracked, and I don't recall this rubbing or anything. Considering what this watch and its predecessor had been through, I can't imagine what I did. As someone who takes care of his toys, I am pretty bummed right now.
I have been hosting this website for a long time on a series of computers. There has been a succession of computers in the 16 years: my old PowerMac 7600, my Titanium PowerBook, a Grape iMac, a blue and white G3, a Windows computer bought from Esri, the 2009 Mac Mini, and most lately the 2013 Mac Mini. I upgraded the hard drive in the 2009 Mini back in 2014, but it's been doing a light load of odd jobs.
I have been using MacOS Server for the web server stack for years now, but I found out lately that the new version of Server that is compatible with the newest version of MacOS (Mojave) removes a lot of functionality, including the web server. I was content to worry about this someday, but now that Mojave is out, I needed to figure this out. I toyed with some different options, but this weekend I thought I would try setting up the old Mini (Tiny).
Installed the latest version of macports.
Used macports to install apache, MySQL, PHP, BIND, phpMyAdmin and a bunch of other packages.
Then I got to work configuring everything, and transferring database info and other content to Tiny.
As the pièce de resistance: I set up a proper CA-signed TLS certificate for biickert.ca via LetsEncrypt. The whole site is now HTTPS.
It leaves the "main" computer with fewer jobs (iTunes, Plex, UniFi).
And now we can install the OS update at will.
Sometimes things have been in the job jar so long, the paper has turned to dust.
When we painted the living room, I painted a little swatch of colour on the kitchen wall under the phone. The idea was to choose a colour to paint the kitchen, covering the grey. Well, that was over two years ago. Neither Tammy nor I could make a decision on a colour, and that led to just leaving it.
Finally choose a colour for the kitchen and schedule painting for next weekend?
I chose touching up, but then when I popped open the can, the paint inside it had separated so badly that there was an immovable lump in the bottom of the can and an inch of oily liquid on top. 😖 So I had to go to the hardware store to get paint either way.
I elected to try to colour match the grey and touch up the paint. But as it dried, it was obvious that the colour match was only so-so. So we painted the entire wall. Miranda was using a small brush to do the fine edge bits (covering the beige left behind by the previous owners, and the teal/primer flashes showing between the living room and the kitchen from me). Tammy tore the computer desk apart, and I did the rest. It didn't take too long, but the difference was such a relief.
I even did the horrible bits above the refrigerator. Seriously, how can you miss areas the size of a tennis ball?
That should clear the way for giving the kids' bathroom a makeover. It's been waiting behind this in the job jar for years now.
Every once in a while, it information technology at our house takes a leap forward. Sometimes, it's forced, like when the hard drive in our old Mac Mini started to pack it in, threatening to take our photo collection with it, or it's just overdue, like the upgrade of our WiFi this past winter.
I'd like to think that this time, I was proactive. I identified that while our external media drive wasn't full or showing age, it was getting older. At the same time, my backup drive at work was full and was six and a half years old. So I ordered a new Western Digital MyBook 6TB drive and replaced the one at home, and I have taken the old one from home (WD 3TB) and brought it to work to replace the old drive here. I toyed with the idea of setting up a RAID array or getting a NAS (network attached storage), but those options were more expensive for incremental returns.
I also have unified my network cabinet with the addition of a 8-port gigabit switch, taking the load off of the Shaw Hitron cable modem and the cheap 5-port switch I had in there previously.
The Internet seems to be more stable, but I fully expect to see Shaw back. Collin (senior technician) came over Monday at 10 and was at our house for an hour and a half. When he left (having set up a replacement cable modem) all was fine. But then someone on the back end at Shaw made one more change… They were supposed to disable the WiFi on my modem (bridged mode), but I think they ended up disabling my ethernet ports instead. Another four hours of texting with Collin later, the Internet is back up. So that killed holiday Monday.
But on the bright side (very, very bright side), when hanging around with Ian in the basement, he sat down at the drums and I showed him how to play a standard "four on the floor beat". It took a bit to coordinate his hands and feet, but in short order he had it. I let him play against "Night Prowler" by AC/DC, and then I played a 12-bar blues riff with him, and then we played "Summer of '69 together, with him drumming and me playing my Strat and singing. It was awesome.
I am posting this on Monday, the day after Ian's birthday party at Southland Leisure Centre, because last night we effectively had no proper Internet connection. It's now working and the Shaw guy is coming this afternoon, but more on that later.
Originally, we were going to have Ian's birthday party on Saturday, but we hesitated and the booking slot was lost. So we had Ian's birthday party with his friends on Sunday. He invited his friends Ben (with whom he had a sleepover Friday), Ashton, and Tyler, and we also invited Ilia (with whom we went hiking the day before) and Miranda invited her friend Sierra. We had drinks and Doritos and watermelon, as well as a chocolate sour cream cake with chocolate frosting and sour gummy candies on top.
The gummy sours were the biggest hit… note to self: more gummies next time.
Tyler might never have been in a swimming pool before. We really had to supervise him to ensure the number of kids picked up by parents equalled the number dropped off.
Tammy was really happy with the results. The party "room" (really, just an area with movable dividers) was out of the way, and we weren't rushed or anything. The kids had a good time.
Anyway… on to the network issues.
It's not much, but it's a step towards respectability. The front garden has been a semi-neglected thing since we moved in. The shrubs have slowly died off one by one. It was time to do some renovation.
It's a start. A couple of juniper bushes. Soon there will be more.
We've done some more work on the garden now. Still a couple more shrubs to plant, but the basic idea is in place now.
From the porch. Grass seed planted around the stepping stones.
C'mon Sun☀, Melt That Snow!
It seems I brought the warmth back with me from Palm Springs. It's gotten up to about 7 or 8 degrees yesterday and today, and the snow and ice is retreating. Yesterday, it was warm enough that it melted all the snow from my roof. That let me take down my Christmas lights (finally). Today, I took a look at that ice buildup on the downspout that Tammy posted about, and removed almost all of it. It has almost completely melted when we spread the chunks on the walkway.
Ian and I shovelled the driveway… in reverse. We were spreading snow back onto the driveway and letting it melt. We managed to do quite a bit.
It felt good to be out. As you can see, it was warm enough to be in T-shirts when we were working. The forecast calls for more snow later in the week, but this will help get the front lawn uncovered faster.


We're going to take Windlyn offline for up to 3 hours to perform part 2 of our backend upgrades. We attempted it once before, but it was much more involved than previous updates. We have another game plan so keep your fingers crossed!
Server Backend Upgrade II COMPLETED!
Yuss! We were able to complete the upgrade and it's up and running! We'll plan on doing Server Backend Upgrade III after Christmas. The same upgrade plan should work on that one as well. Once we've completed that, Windlyn will get another performance boost and will be ready for the next bunch of features!


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