lawyer

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

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

Tasks

• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

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

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• 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