articled / law student - nca students

Richmond Law Firm; Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local law firm in Richmond is seeking an Articled Student / Law Student to support their lawyers and staff. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, trial preparation, and conducting research. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree from a Commonwealth country and strong interpersonal skills. This is a full-time in-person position offering a challenging and rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Preference for applicants who are NCA Candidates.
• Familiarity with civil litigation and family law cases is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Drafting correspondences, pleadings, and applications.
• Preparing Chambers applications and discoveries.
• Trial preparation and attending all levels of the Courts.
• Conducting legal, policy, and general research.
• Interacting with clients.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good attention to detail

Highly organized

Ability to work well in a team

Education

Juris Doctor degree qualifications from Commonwealth countries

Job description

Overview

This advertisement is for Articled Student / Law Student – NCA Students. We are currently seeking individuals who can support our lawyers and staff members to provide the highest quality of legal services.

We specialize in Family law, Criminal law, and Civil and Estate litigation laws. As a firm, we are motivated by our core values – service, teamwork, integrity, trust, and professionalism. Our firm's fast-paced work environment is not only challenging but also rewarding.

Responsibilities

• Drafting correspondences, pleadings, and applications;
• Preparing Chambers applications and discoveries;
• Trial preparation;
• Attending all levels of the Courts;
• Conducting legal, policy, and general research; and
• Interacting with clients.

Qualifications

• Our preference for the Articled / Law Student position will be given to applicants who have obtained Juris Doctor degree qualifications in Commonwealth countries and are NCA Candidates;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Good attention to detail;
• Highly organized, able to multi-task and work well under pressure;
• Ability to work well in a team; and
• Familiarity and experience with civil litigation and family law cases would be an asset.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide :

• A cover letter outlining your relevant work experience and course work, and
• Your resume including your contact information.

Please send these materials via email. All materials and inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

We thank in advance all those who apply for their time.

Job Type : Full-time

Work Location : In person