lawyer

Government of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Toronto is seeking a qualified legal professional to represent clients in legal settings, requiring a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a membership in the Canadian Bar Association. The position involves drafting legal documents, mediating disputes, and conducting research. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills. Work is on-site with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Membership in the Canadian Bar Association is necessary.
• Eligible for professional liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Plead clients' cases before courts of law.
• Draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion.
• Negotiate settlements of civil disputes.
• Offer mediation, conciliation and arbitration services.
• Research legal precedents and gather evidence.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Organized

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Windows

MS Word

MS Project

MAC

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• 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

• Legal-aid clinic
• Private company, corporation or industry
• Private practice

Responsibilities

• Plead clients' cases before courts of law, tribunals and boards (lawyers only)
• Draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion
• Negotiate settlements of civil disputes (lawyers only)
• Offer mediation, conciliation and arbitration services
• Research legal precedents and gather evidence

Credentials

• Membership in the Canadian Bar Association
• Pega certified professional
• Membership in a provincial or territorial law society

Experience and specialization

• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• MS Project
• MAC
• Sage Accounting Software

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized