Law Clerk/Paralegal

Gowling WLG; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gowling WLG, a leading global law firm, is seeking a Law Clerk to join their debt recovery team. In this role, you will support professionals with due diligence searches, legal document preparation, and file management. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a diploma in law, and experience in debt-related legal matters, working in a hybrid environment that fosters diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles is essential.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation like the Bankruptcy Act is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist professionals by preparing legal documents and managing files.
• Conduct due diligence searches using ONCORP and Teraview.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, and statutory notices.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Law Clerk/Paralegal or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PDF Editing Software

Job description

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE

We are currently seeking a Law Clerk in our debt recovery team. Working within a team environment, the debt recovery clerk assists professionals by completing due diligence searches, preparing legal documents and other tasks involved in managing the file in banking, bankruptcy and debtor-creditor law.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives directions from the professional on the strategy of the file and the steps required for the conduct of the file, and instructions to meet critical deadlines.
• Completes searches using ONCORP (i.e. Corporate Profile Reports, Execution Searches, PPSA searches, bankruptcy searches) and Teraview.
• Drafts a variety of documents based on precedents and/or directions, including demand letters and statutory notices, pleadings, forms, contracts, agreements, and correspondence to meet the needs of the professionals throughout the conduct of the file, in accordance with legislation and/or governing regulations.
• Assists the professional to ensure that each action on the file conforms to the requirements and timelines of the Courts and/or Governing Tribunals or other Government Department.
• Systematically organizes, tracks and maintains paper and electronic document files and case correspondence, using, where appropriate, computer databases and imaging software.
• Coordinates key steps on the file and initiates follow up actions where and when necessary.
• Assists the professional in preparing documents required in the litigation process, such as statements of claim, default judgments, client affidavits, etc.
• Liaises with client to obtain documents and information and provide information when directed by the professional.
• Communicates directly with service providers and judicial/tribunal officials in connection with the client’s file.
• Prepares reports on an as needed basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Law Clerk/Paralegal or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate.
• Three years experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding and strict adherence to client confidentiality and privacy concerns.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner.
• Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Some familiarity with relevant legislation and government regulations, including the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, the Farm Debt Mediation Act, the Mortgages Act, the Executions Act, the Personal Property Security Act, and the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles.
• The ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy.
• Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines.
• Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary.
• Calm and business-like under occasional pressure.
• Comfortable with telephone conversation and an aptitude for remaining relaxed and confident during calls with unfamiliar people.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite and PDF editing software.

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.