Legal Assistant

10(B) Criminal Law Center; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local criminal law firm in St. Catharines is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to support their criminal defence practice. This role involves managing all aspects of criminal files, drafting legal documents, and assisting clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a legal setting, is proficient with Microsoft Office and Clio, and thrives under pressure. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the community.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for growth

Meaningful work impacting access to justice

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a criminal defence or legal office setting preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and with discretion.
• Bilingualism is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all stages of criminal files from intake to resolution.
• Draft, edit, and file legal documents.
• Communicate professionally with clients and courts.
• Schedule court appearances and client meetings.
• Prepare materials for court including bail hearings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clio

PDF editing tools

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team in St. Catharines

Position: Legal Assistant – Criminal Defence

About Us:

At 10(b) Criminal Law Center, we are building a platform to provide proactive, fast, and transparent legal defence. We are deeply rooted in the community and committed to upholding our clients’ rights — especially when it matters most. We specialize in quick bail processing, early resolution strategies, and strong trial defence. Grounded in transparency, community connection, and strategic advocacy, we’re building a practice where clients feel supported from day one.

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our criminal defence practice. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about justice, and can juggle multiple priorities efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with all stages of criminal files, from intake to resolution
• Draft, edit, and file legal documents (e.g., Designations, Applications, Bail Plans, Retainers, etc.)
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, Crown offices, and other stakeholders
• Schedule court appearances, client meetings, and maintain the firm calendar
• Prepare materials for court including bail hearings, pre-trials, and sentencing
• Assist with legal aid billing and tracking deadlines
• Support client onboarding, including gathering surety documents and disclosure follow-up
• Help develop and manage digital workflows for faster bail release and efficient file handling

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a criminal defence or legal office setting preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF editing tools
• Experience using Clio is required
• Familiarity with Legal Aid Ontario processes is required
• Ability to work under pressure and with discretion
• Bilingualism is an asset but not required

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-moving, modern criminal defence practice
• Meaningful work that directly impacts access to justice
• Supportive environment with opportunity for growth
• Work that’s rooted in purpose, community, and impact

To Apply

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] with subject line: Legal Assistant Application – [Your Name]