Law Clerk

PRA Group (Nasdaq : PRAA); London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading loan solutions company seeks an Entry-level Law Clerk in London, Ontario. You will manage legal files and prepare documents for court, requiring a Law Clerk Diploma and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential. The role offers competitive benefits, including vacation time and health programs.

Benefits

Annual incentive program

Three weeks of vacation

Group health and dental program

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Ontario Small Claims process.
• Previous experience in collections or small claims court procedures preferred.
• Previous experience in a law firm or legal department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare files for legal actions.
• Manage an active legal queue.
• Draft small claims court documents.
• Meet all legal action process deadlines.
• Provide updates on file status.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Law Clerk Diploma or Paralegal Program

Job description

Overview

Director of Human Resources at PRA Group Canada. PRA Group Canada is an organization whose mission is to offer nonperforming loan solutions to customers in a respectful, ethical way. We go the extra mile to ensure the experience of all original account owners is professional, flexible, and customer oriented. Are you a talented individual who is committed to quality work? Do you thrive in a company culture that is positive, engaging, and supports professional growth in a team environment?

Bring your legal knowledge and skills to PRA Group Canada as a Law Clerk!

What you will do

Reporting to the Supervisor of Legal Support Administration, this role will support the daily operations of the Legal Department. In this role, you will manage an individual file load and prepare documents for court.

More specifically, your duties will include :

• Preparing files for legal actions (i.e., plaintiff’s claims)
• Managing and working an active legal queue
• Drafting small claims court documents (i.e., affidavits, default judgments, garnishments, liens, motions, terms of settlements, letters, etc.)
• Drafting and executing file closure documents
• Meeting all legal action process deadlines
• Working closely with various agents and court offices
• Providing updates of file status

What you will bring

If you are attentive to detail and have excellent organizational skills, we’d like to meet you!

Other qualifications include :

• Law Clerk Diploma or Paralegal Program graduate
• Understanding of the Ontario Small Claims process and / or creditor’s rights
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Previous experience in collections and / or small claims court procedure is preferred
• Previous experience in a law firm or legal department is preferred
• Familiarity with online filing procedures for small claims court (Service Ontario and Justice Services Online) is preferred
• Bilingual (French / English) is considered an asset
• Pass criminal background check

What sets us apart

PRA Group Canada values its employees and offers innovative programs that promote teamwork, positive morale, and employee recognition. In today’s ever-changing work environment, we pride ourselves on our commitment to work / life balance. At PRA, we know company success is derived from the efforts of all our talented and hardworking employees. We are committed to delivering a total rewards program, including :

• Annual incentive program
• Full training and ongoing upskill training
• Three weeks of vacation
• Five paid days of sick and family responsibility leave
• Group health and dental program at minimal cost to employees
• Pension plan
• Employee assistance program
• Recognition programs
• Positive work / life balance

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those selected to participate in the interview process.

We are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) legislation. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal

This description is provided for informational purposes and is not a contract of employment.