Job Description

Company DescriptionPrevail Paralegal Services Professional Corporation is a growing paralegal firm offering a variety of legal and notary public services, locally and across Ontario. Our areas of practice include Landlord/Tenant, Provincial Offences, Small Claims Litigation and Human Rights. Prevail Paralegal Services offers meaningful employment opportunities and exposure to challenging legal work, diverse files, and independence in supporting a busy legal practice! We pride ourselves on our team environment and in keeping our clients happy.Prevail Paralegal Services Professional Corporation is seeking a motivated Licensed Paralegal and Notary Public to join our team!You will provide frontline service to clients, manage legal files, notarize and commission documents for members of the public and support the functions of a busy and growing paralegal practice.While we often recruit new licensees, we are presently seeking an experienced paralegal to complement our team. The successful candidate must be interested in mentoring junior paralegals and constructively reviewing work to ensure quality, consistency and team development.We have a heavy case load, and the successful candidate will be expected to manage client expectations and maintain our high-quality customer service standards.The successful candidate will be expected to work in-person at one or more of our offices located throughout the Niagara Region and Hamilton. Consideration will be given to travel and commute times in scheduling work locations.Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, draft and review legal documents to support proceedings.
• Investigate facts to help in the navigation of legal disputes.
• Work primarily in the areas of Landlord/Tenant, Provincial Offences, Small Claims and Human Rights.
• Cultivate relationships with clients and other professionals.
• Ensure proper record-keeping and file management practices.
• Notarize and Commission a variety of documents while providing exceptional customer service.
• Attend hearings, court appearances, and client meetings both virtually and in-person.
• Review and revise the work of junior licensees to support the growth and development of our team.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience preferred
• P1 Licence in good standing with the LSO
• Notary Public Designation (or the ability to ability to acquire designation by start date)
• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to draft pleadings and legal documents
• Self-driven with the ability to work independently and on a team
• Oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills are required, including familiarity with email applications, Adobe and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with uLaw, Clio, and DocuSign are an asset
• Second Language proficiency is an asset

We Offer:

• Competitive wage
• Performance incentives
• Diverse array of work
• Flexible scheduling
• Annual CPD provided
• E & O Insurance

Job Types: Part-time, PermanentSalary: $22.00+ per hour (commensurate with experience)Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 18-34 per weekSalary: $22.00-$25.00 per hourBenefits:

• Company events
• Flextime
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Approximately how many years of experience in legal services do you have?
• This role involves legal writing and requires written communication abilities that are detailed, persuasive, articulate, and suitable for use in Court and Tribunal proceedings. Do you have excellent written communication skills and are you able to provide a sample of your writing if invited to an interview?
• You will be required to work in-person at our physical office location(s). Do you have a reliable means of transportation to our offices in the Niagara Region and/or Hamilton?

Licence/Certification:

• P1 Licence (LSO) (preferred)