paralegal

Government of Canada; Kentville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Kentville, Canada, is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to assist in legal documentation, prepare wills, and provide support to lawyers in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a College diploma or equivalent experience and a Paralegal Certification. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The role offers health benefits and group insurance.

Benefits

Health benefits

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• In-house training from a law firm or law clerk program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties, such as maintaining filing systems.
• Prepare legal documents like wills and court reports.
• Assist lawyers in preparing for mediation.
• Draft legal correspondence.

Skills

Spreadsheet

Legal software applications

MS Office

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Windows

Education

College diploma or equivalent experience

Paralegal Certification

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work arrangement

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Legal firm
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing systems
• Prepare wills, real estate transactions and other legal documents, court reports and affidavits
• Research records, court files and other legal documents
• Assist lawyers in preparation for mediation and judicial dispute resolutions
• Draft legal correspondence

Credentials

• In-house training from a law firm or law clerk program
• Paralegal Certification

Experience and specialization

• Spreadsheet
• Legal software applications
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS Windows

Additional information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Team player
• Resourcefulness

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)