Office of the Assistant Deputy Attorney General (ADAG) - Legal Services Branch
Suggested rotation length: Four weeks in combination with a solicitor’s group rotation
Recommended months: Any time; summer may be slower due to vacation schedules
The office of the ADAG provides leadership, management and direction to staff in the Legal Services Branch. Legal Services Branch, under the authority of the Attorney General Act, is charged with the provision of legal services to cabinet, all ministries of the Government of British Columbia and numerous government agencies. The ADAG reports to the Deputy Attorney General, is a member of the ministry executive and is accountable for all legal services provided to the Government of British Columbia. These include civil matters (both legal advice and legal opinions), the negotiation and drafting of agreements, the representation of the Government of British Columbia before courts and tribunals and the drafting of legislation and regulations.
Lawyers in the ADAG’s office prepare opinions on constitutional and administrative law matters and provide advice, generally, to the Premier, the Premier’s office, cabinet, cabinet operations and other government ministries and agencies. They also assist the ADAG with strategic planning and special projects and generally assist the ADAG in meeting the responsibilities of that role.
Articling students participating in a rotation in the ADAG’s office will assist with these functions. They may be involved in research and writing on a variety of legal and policy issues and may participate in meetings in relation to the functions of the ADAG’s office and its lawyers. Students participating in this rotation should expect to carry a diverse workload, must be prepared to manage their time and workload and should approach the rotation with the flexibility to assist with a wide range of duties.
