paralegal Woodbridge
Job description
We are looking for a Paralegal who is ambitious, ready to step outside the box, and become a key member of our firm. The ideal paralegal is open-minded and willing to buy in to the values of our mission statement to Educate, Protect & Expedite.
Position: Paralegal
Compensation: Competitive
Expected Start date: As soon as possible
Benefits:
- Expensed Licencing and Insurance Fees
- 15 Days Paid Vacation
- 3 Paid Employee Emergency Flex Days
- Group Benefits
- Quarterly Employee Social Events
- Weekly Ongoing Professional Development
- Complimentary Friday Lunch
- Daily Snacks and Beverages
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal services to a large corporate client in accordance with the company’s expectations and to the general public
- Handle all aspects of litigation on behalf of clients in Small Claims Court and Tribunals
- Handle all aspects of enforcing court judgments against various parties including garnishment of wages and seizure and sale
- Manage legal projects from start to finish in the following areas: Civil Litigation and LTB
- Perform legal and records research
- Work with skip tracing and legal servicing companies
- Prepare written reports and correspondence, and draft legal documents including agreements, minute book, contracts, and legal memoranda
- Check and edit legal forms and documents for accuracy
- Build and maintain databases and files, and maintain our legal database
- Co-ordinate legal activities such as document delivery, execution of documents, etc.
- Carry out expert legal studies, research and technical analysis, and act as the resource person for delivering solutions and action plans upon management approval
- Ensure confidentiality of all company & client information
- Assist with other clerical duties such as: data entry, archiving & maintaining company records
- Assist with legal administrative work with our affiliated Real Estate Legal Division as needed, in the event of absences or work overflow
- Other tasks/projects assigned from time to time
Qualifications:
- Must possess a valid Paralegal License and be in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Must have a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a corporate environment
- Must have substantial experience with proceedings at the Landlord and Tenant Board and Small Claims Court
- Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques, legal principles, practices, and provincial and federal laws
- Ability to work well as a team player and independently; proactive and flexible; adaptable to change; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and with multiple and shifting priorities
- Must type minimum 50 WPM
- Must have excellent technology skills and advanced in using all Microsoft Suite Software's including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros, etc.
- Must own a vehicle and have full access at all times
Work Schedule:
- Monday to Friday from 9:00am 5:30pm, but MUST be flexible to work evenings and weekends for clients if required
- Must be willing and able to provide remote service for clients who require such services
- Work Remotely: No
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] by phone at 289-371-1873.
About The Law Firm:
We are a new and fast-growing law firm looking to expand and provide exceptional consumer services.
Our mission is to change lives, one client at a time!
We aim to foster a culture of caring and accountability. Caring for our clients and employees in a team working environment. We focus on working on diversified services that allow each client to reach their financial goals. We also aim to ensure that our team experiences personal growth in their careers by offering ongoing training and development opportunities.
Mani Law Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we strive to provide a culturally diverse workforce. We will not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
