Selection Criteria · OCL Empanelment Portal

Lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Knowledge of and experience in issues of separation, divorce, family conflict and/or child protection
Knowledge of child development and experience working with children and families
Specialized knowledge in child abuse, high conflict separation or divorce, domestic violence, and substance abuse will be considered assets
Significant professional experience in family and/or child protection litigation
Working knowledge of court procedures, relevant legislation, and caselaw
Superior interviewing and writing skills
Superior dispute resolution skills
Superior administrative and time management skills
Ability to travel to meet with children, parties, and others (in homes, schools etc.) to conduct interviews and collect third party information
Cross-cultural experience, and written and verbal ability in languages additional to English, will be considered assets
Cultural competency (demonstrated ability to work successfully and respectfully with children, families and communities different from your own)