Temporary Criminal Lawyer - Multilingual Court Advocate

Toronto Advocates; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal service provider in Toronto is seeking a legal professional to advise clients on their legal rights and manage law practice functions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, membership in the Canadian Bar Association, and significant experience in law. This temporary role offers flexible hours, with a focus on criminal law practice and the opportunity to supervise staff and assist in legal documentation.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years experience in law, preferably in criminal law.
• Membership in the Canadian Bar Association required.
• Pega certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients of their legal rights and matters related to law.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to law.
• Plead clients' cases before courts (for licensed lawyers).
• Draw up legal documents and prepare legal opinions.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Organized

Education

Bachelor's degree

Law (LLB, JD, BCL)

Tools

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Word

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

A legal service provider in Toronto is seeking a legal professional to advise clients on their legal rights and manage law practice functions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, membership in the Canadian Bar Association, and significant experience in law. This temporary role offers flexible hours, with a focus on criminal law practice and the opportunity to supervise staff and assist in legal documentation.