Job Description

Job Summary

Criminal defence lawyer with 40 years of experience seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant/Law Clerk/Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team.

The ideal candidate will provide essential administrative support to counsel, ensuring the smooth operation of the office. This role requires proficiency in legal terminology, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Duties

Drafting and filing legal documents with various courts. Proofread documents for accuracy and completeness before submission. Manage the filing system, both electronic and paper, utilizing internal file manager. Assist with clerical tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings. Exhibit professional phone etiquette when communicating with clients, courts, and other parties. Collaborate with attorneys to prepare for court appearances and trials by organizing case materials.

Experience

Candidates must have experience in criminal law, no exceptions. Candidate should be familiar with Legal Aid Ontario.

Immediate start-time hourly rate or salary negotiable based on experience.

Please do not apply to this posting if you do not have criminal law experience.

Please respond only through Indeed.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Criminal Law: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-05-26
Expected start date: 2025-05-26