Paralegal - Small Claims Litigation

Powell Litigation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Client-facing work

Courtroom experience

Independent case responsibility

Full-time employment

Job summary

Powell Litigation in Toronto seeks an Ontario-licensed paralegal to manage small claims and civil litigation files for individuals and businesses. You will draft pleadings, prepare clients for hearings, review evidence, conduct legal research, and coordinate with opposing parties. You will handle filing deadlines, assist with settlements, and maintain independent case responsibility. This role offers full-time employment with opportunities for professional development and courtroom experience.

Qualifications

• Ontario paralegal licence is required.
• Experience in litigation and familiarity with Small Claims Court procedures.
• Strong legal drafting and client communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and ability to manage independent files.
• Courtroom confidence during proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Manage small claims litigation files.
• Draft pleadings and legal correspondence.
• Prepare clients for hearings.
• Review documentary evidence.
• Conduct legal research.
• Communicate with opposing parties.
• Manage filing and procedural deadlines.
• Assist with settlement negotiations.

Skills

Ontario paralegal licence

Litigation experience

Small Claims procedures

Legal drafting

Client communication

Organizational skills

Independent file management

Courtroom confidence

Job description

Manage small claims and civil litigation files while helping individuals and businesses resolve contractual, debt and other disputes.

About Powell Litigation

Powell Litigation is a Toronto boutique civil litigation firm representing individuals and businesses in commercial, contractual, employment, debt and estate disputes.

What you'll do

• Manage small claims litigation files
• Draft pleadings and legal correspondence
• Prepare clients for hearings
• Review documentary evidence
• Conduct legal research
• Communicate with opposing parties
• Manage filing and procedural deadlines
• Assist with settlement negotiations

What we're looking for

• Ontario paralegal licence
• Litigation experience
• Knowledge of Small Claims Court procedures
• Strong legal drafting skills
• Excellent client communication
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage independent files
• Courtroom confidence

Benefits

• CAD 70,000-$100,000 advertised salary range
• Full-time employment
• Civil litigation experience
• Independent case responsibility
• Client-facing work
• Courtroom experience
• Professional development