Discipline Paralegal, Litigation Services, Professional Regulation (Hybrid, Toronto)

Law Society of Ontario; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Discipline Paralegal to represent the Law Society in regulatory proceedings. This role involves preparing for hearings, developing case strategies, and managing a high volume of cases in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the Law Society offers a hybrid working model that allows flexibility between home and office. If you're passionate about the legal field and eager to contribute to a vital organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in litigation or regulatory environments.
• Understanding of the Law Society’s mandate and basic legal principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for hearings, developing case strategies and drafting necessary documents.
• Manage high volume of cases independently while ensuring compliance with performance metrics.

Skills

Client Service Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Basic Computer Literacy

Education

College Diploma or University Degree

License in Good Standing as a Paralegal

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Electronic Search Software

Job description

OVERVIEW

JOB PURPOSE

Discipline Paralegals represent the Law Society in various regulatory proceedings before the Law Society Tribunal.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A college diploma or university degree together with a license in good standing with the Law Society as a paralegal.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience prosecuting or advocating in a litigation, regulatory or government environment as a paraprofessional.
• May be required to travel from time to time to interview witnesses and conduct prosecutions within and outside the GTA.
• Understanding of the Law Society’s mandate, services, legislation and policies.
• Knowledge of basic legal principles and their application in a litigation or administrative law setting.
• Basic computer literacy, including familiarity with Word Processing, Spreadsheet and electronic search software.
• Expressive and persuasive in both spoken and written language.
• Ability to reason through written and spoken information.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Client / Customer Service Delivery

• Prepares for hearings, including developing case strategy, assessing evidence against required standard of proof, preparing witnesses, drafting documents as required including authorization memos, notices of application, agreed statements of fact, requests to admit, affidavits and other hearing materials, negotiating narrow issues of fact and law, attending prehearings and researching law as necessary.
• Communicates with Law Society staff and complainants regarding the process and disposition of cases. Provides advice on investigation files as directed.

Performance Goals, Targets and Standards

• Discipline Paralegals are assigned carriage of a high volume of cases and are expected to work independently, under the supervision of their Manager, delivering high quality work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Discipline Paralegals contribute to and participate in the development of standardized practices, guidelines and procedures for the prosecution of discipline files.
• Discipline Paralegals manage their caseload as directed by their Manager and the Senior Manager, Litigation Services, ensuring compliance with caseload priorities, performance metrics, timelines, and strategic policies.

Team Membership

• Works closely with other members of the Litigation Services Department providing the necessary information and assistance to ensure that discipline matters are handled effectively and expeditiously.

WORKING ARRANGEMENT

The Law Society has introduced a Distributed Workforce Model to leverage flexibility and agility, and to maximize employee productivity and engagement. Work arrangements will be determined by role and departmental requirements. The working arrangement for this position has been classified as hybrid, where the employee will regularly flex their work location between home and office. The specific application of this will be communicated to applicants contacted during the recruitment process.

OUR COMMITMENT

The Law Society of Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from persons representing the diversity of our community. We are committed to creating an accessible, barrier-free and inclusive workplace and are committed to continuing compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please make any requirement you may have for accommodation during the recruitment process known when contacted.

If you are unable to apply to this position due to the requirement for an accommodation of any kind, please email us at [e-mail] or call 416-947-3475. We appreciate all interest and will directly contact candidates under consideration.