Applications Judge (Family)

Role Responsibilities

The Court of King’s Bench of Alberta and Alberta Justice welcome the interest of qualified lawyers who wish to be considered for appointment as a full-time Applications Judge (Family).

Under the general direction of the Chief Justice and Associate Chief Justices of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta, the Applications Judge (Family) is required to:

• preside in Chambers;
• hear applications within their jurisdiction as defined in Sections 9 though 11 of the Court of King’s Bench Act; and
• preside in matters requiring direction related to practice and procedure.

Applicants must be a Canadian citizen, a member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta, have extensive knowledge and familiarity with the Rules of Court of Alberta, the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta Family Focused Protocol, the rules of evidence, and applicable Provincial Statutes including Family Law Act, Family Property Act, and Maintenance Enforcement Act, and Federal Statutes including the Divorce Act (Canada) and must have a minimum of 10 years legal experience. In addition to the relevant statutes, Applicants must be familiar with the leading cases in the family law area. Fluency in French is considered an asset.

To be considered eligible, applicants must go through a screening process and be recommended for appointment by the Judicial Council. Applications will be considered on the basis of criteria such as integrity, professional excellence, community and social awareness, cultural sensitivity, personal suitability, and their general understanding of the objectives of the Family Focused Protocol as outlined in NPP#2025-04.

Restrictions on Other Employment

The successful applicant, unless otherwise authorized by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, will not be able to practice law or carry on any other business, profession, trade, or occupation. 

Notes

The Court of King’s Bench is an inclusive employer. Applicants for this position will be asked to undergo a security screening. Applicants must be willing to travel to sit in other Court of King’s Bench Sitting points.