Overview
Languages
English
Education
Experience
1 year to less than 2 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 of their legal rights and all matters related to law
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Perform administrative functions related to the practice of law
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Perform management functions related to the practice of law
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Plead clients' cases before courts of law, tribunals and boards (lawyers only)
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Draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion
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Draft federal, provincial or territorial government bills
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Represent interests of corporation/employer in all business related to legal matters
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Offer mediation, conciliation and arbitration services
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Administer budget
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Recruit and hire staff
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Supervise professional, para-legal and support staff and articling students
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Teach law courses
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Conduct law workshops
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Research legal precedents and gather evidence
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Provide public education seminars/sessions
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Write and edit for legal publications
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Membership in the Canadian Bar Association
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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MS Access
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MS Excel
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MS Outlook
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MS PowerPoint
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MS Windows
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MS Word
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MS Project
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MAC
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Tight deadlines
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Attention to detail
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Large workload
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Overtime required
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Client focus
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Interpersonal awareness
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Judgement
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Values and ethics
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.