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Avocat(e) en droit criminel et pénal

Laval

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About this job

Temporary legal counsel position with the City of Laval to represent the municipality in criminal and penal matters before courts and provide legal advice to city services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review requests and examine procedures/documents related to criminal infractions and municipal bylaw violations
  • Meet with witnesses, victims, complainants, and judicial personnel to authorize prosecutions and advise peace officers
  • Plead cases before municipal court and appellate jurisdictions
  • Advise city representatives (inspectors) on legal matters

Qualifications

  • Member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec for at least 6 years
  • Bachelor's degree in law
  • Relevant experience as a lawyer in court representation and litigation in criminal, penal, statutory, and regulatory matters
  • Excellent legal judgment and clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to work under pressure and as a team member

At a glance

  • Status: Temporary
  • Schedule: 33.75 hours per week, Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
  • Work mode: Hybrid
  • Location: Municipal Court, Criminal and Regulatory Law, Legal Affairs, 55 Boulevard des Laurentides, Laval H7G 2T1

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Job details

Salary
Experience Level
Senior level
Municipality
Laval
Province
Quebec

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Posting

Posted
November 2, 2026
Still listed
Confirmed on the employer's site November 2, 2026
Deadline
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