Overview
Languages
English
Education
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Advise clients on legal proceedings
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Assemble documentary evidence in preparation for trial
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Co-ordinate administrative services
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Draft contracts, prepare promissory notes and draw up wills, mortgages and other legal documents
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Interview clients, witnesses and other related parties
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Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing systems
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Write trial briefs
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Prepare wills, real estate transactions and other legal documents, court reports and affidavits
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Research records, court files and other legal documents
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Schedule court trials
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Arrange pre-trial conferences and hearings
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Assist lawyers in preparation for mediation and judicial dispute resolutions
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Draft legal correspondence
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Oversee maintenance of judicial court records
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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In-house training from a law firm or law clerk program
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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Spreadsheet
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Database management
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Legal software applications
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MS Office
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Database
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Information management system
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MS Excel
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MS Word
Court experience
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Federal Court
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Federal Supreme Court
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Provincial and Territorial Court
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Provincial Supreme Court
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Territorial Supreme Court
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Appeals
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Trials
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Hearings
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Attention to detail
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Large caseload
Benefits
Financial benefits
Other benefits
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.