law clerk St. Catharines
Darren Anger Law Professional Corporation
Full Time
St. Catharines
10.56 - 12.04 CAD Today
Job description
Job description
Busy Law Office (Criminal Law) is seeking licensed Paralegal in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Consideration will be given to Law Clerk candidates with experience in Criminal Law and equivalent to that of a Licensed Paralegal.
The primary purpose of the Paralegal is to provide knowledgeable and skilled assistance to the lawyers and other support staff in the office with the day-to-day tasks.
Job Overviews:
- Preforming legal research
- Drafting legal correspondence
- Preparation of legal documents
- Opening and closing of files
- Answering phone calls
- Scheduling appointments, and maintaining calendars
- Attending court
- Organizing and managing files
- Delivery/pickup of documents as required
Skills:
- Time management, organizational and prioritization skills
- Written, oral communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability/Flexibility skills
- Initiative
- Ability to work independently and lend a helping hand when required
Education/Work Experience:
- Post-secondary education with a Paralegal designation or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Criminal Law, legal terminology
- Proficient with MS Word/WordPerfect/ and MS Outlook
- A willingness to learn and pick up new skills is essential
Location: St. Catharines, Ontario
Please submit Cover Letter and Resume via email. Please include salary expectations.
MUST BE WILLING AND ABLE TO OBTAIN POLICE BACKGROUND CHECK/CREDIT CHECK
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- St. Catharines, ON L2R 5C5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
