Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Bachelor's degree
- or equivalent experience
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.
Asset languages
- Arabic
- Italian
- Portuguese
- Spanish
- Korean
- Ukrainian
- Chinese
Work setting
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Legal-aid clinic
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Private company, corporation or industry
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Private practice
Responsibilities
Tasks
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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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Negotiate settlements of civil disputes (lawyers only)
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Offer mediation, conciliation and arbitration services
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Research legal precedents and gather evidence
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Membership in the Canadian Bar Association
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Pega certified professional
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Membership in a provincial or territorial law society
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
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Sage Accounting Software
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Eligible for professional liability insurance
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 caseload
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Organized
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for persons with disabilities
- Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
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.