Associate Lawyer

About Us

At 10(B) Criminal Law Center, we are relentless in court and unshakable in defence. Founded on Transparency, Compassion, Respect, and Integrity, we are deeply rooted in our communities and committed to protecting our clients’ rights, especially when it matters most. Our practice focuses on bail advocacy, early resolution strategies, and strong trial defence.

The Role

As an Associate Lawyer, you will:

• Represent clients in bail hearings, Crown Pre-Trials (CPTs), Judicial Pre-Trials (JPTs), and trials.
• Conduct trials and contested hearings before the Ontario Court of Justice (OCJ) and the Superior Court of Justice (SCJ).
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, facta, and prepare court materials.
• Manage files with professionalism and empathy, working with minimal supervision and independence.
• Build strong, ongoing client relationships, ensuring they feel supported and advocated for throughout the process.
• Collaborate with staff, community organizations, and treatment providers to achieve the best outcomes.
• Cover both Hamilton and Niagara jurisdictions interchangeably as required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of post-call experience (criminal law experience preferred; motivated new calls considered).
• Must be a member or eligible to become a member of the Legal Aid Roster.
• Strong oral and written advocacy skills.
• Ability to conduct CPTs independently is required.
• Familiarity with Legal Aid Ontario processes is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent client-handling skills with the ability to build trust and advocate effectively.
• Flexibility to appear in Niagara courts.
• Ability to speak a second language (Spanish and/or French) is a strong asset, given our diverse client base.

What We Offer

• We offer a competitive compensation structure consisting of a base salary of $100,000, plus performance-based compensation tied directly to billable work. Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability.
• Early and significant courtroom exposure.
• Mentorship in trial advocacy, Charter litigation, and strategic defence work.
• A supportive, values-driven team environment.
• The opportunity to represent a diverse community and make a real impact.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to zarabi@10bclaw.com.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00-$160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application question(s):

• Are you a member of Legal Aid Roster?

Work Location: In person