Duties
The primary duty of the law clerks is to provide legal assistance to the Court of Appeal on a variety of legal subjects. Other duties include:
• Conducting detailed research and preparing memoranda of law, as requested by the judges;
• Reviewing appeal materials in preparation for the hearing and, if requested, after the hearing to summarize evidence and prepare memoranda of law;
• Observing the handling of cases in the Court of Appeal and developing an understanding of the process;
• Assisting the Chambers judge and reviewing files before or after Chambers sessions, and providing research as required by the Chambers judge;
• Participating in office meetings and discussions with the judges, both individually and in groups, as determined by the judges;
• Involvement in the organization and coordination of special study projects on certain points of law; and
• Assisting in the preparation of materials for judges’ seminars and related issues.
Qualifications
All applicants must have graduated from a recognized law school. Preference will be given to candidates who are admitted as a member of the Bar of a province or territory of Canada; however, all interested graduates are encouraged to apply. The ability to read and work in French is not essential but considered an asset.
Salaries and Benefits
The salary and benefits for Court of Appeal law clerks in 2024/25 has not yet been confirmed. In 2024, a candidate who was admitted as a member of the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada made $69,243.61 per annum.
Except as provided by agreement or by the Labour Standards Code of Nova Scotia or other applicable legislation, law clerks are not entitled to any benefits and do not come within the Civil Service Act or other legislation relating to persons in the public service. Law clerks will receive 15 vacation days per annum.
Period of Employment
The period of employment is for one year. Start dates are generally in July and August, although there may be some flexibility.
Link to Job Posting: https://www.courts.ns.ca/courts/court-of-appeal/court-of-appeal-clerkship-program
Job Deadline/Expiry Date: 10/17/2024