15 Paralegal jobs

Forge Recruitment is currently seeking an ICBC Defense Paralegal to join an established litigation Law Firm, based in Downtown Vancouver. Working alongside one of the firm's distinguished and senior lawyers, this is a great opportunity to assist in the management of a busy practice. As the ICBC Defense Paralegal, you will be responsible for drafting a variety of court documents, such as Responses to Civil Claim, Third Party Notices, Bills of Costs, Notices of Motion, Affidavits, Lists of Documents. You will assist in the preparation for examinations for discovery and trials including obtaining relevant and supporting documents. You will also conduct legal research and interview witnesses. As the successful applicant, you will have 3+ years of Paralegal experience working on ICBC and/or Insurance Defense matters. You will be a graduate from an accredited Paralegal program. You will have excellent communication skills, be proficient in MS Office and thrive working independently. If you are interested in learning more about the ICBC Defense Paralegal position in Downtown Vancouver, please apply online, in confidence. Thank you for your interest in the position and in Forge Recruitment.

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal – Maternity Leave Coverage Reference Number: 18-00035 Forge Recruitment is currently searching for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to cover a maternity leave position at a leading Downtown Vancouver Law Firm. In the position you will have the opportunity to gain exposure to large transactions and work closely with the firm's Real Estate Lawyers. As the Commercial Real Estate Paralegal you will manage commercial real estate transactions from start to finish. You will also review due diligence searches, including Land Title and BC Corporate Registry searches that involve complex corporate structures. As the successful candidate, you will have 2+ year of Commercial Real Estate Paralegal experience. Experience with Commercial Lending will be an asset. Technically you will have experience with MS Office and BC Online. On a personal note you will be someone who thrives in a busy environment. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply online, in confidence. Thank you for your interest in the Commercial Real Estate Paralegal position and Forge Recruitment.

Description Fort de plus de 100 ans d’histoire, Lavery est le plus important cabinet d’avocats indépendant au Québec. Ses professionnels établis à Montréal, Québec, Sherbrooke et Trois-Rivières œuvrent tous les jours à offrir une gamme de services juridiques 360, de même que des solutions d’affaires intégrées et adaptées aux industries où opèrent ses clients. Reconnue par les plus prestigieux répertoires juridiques, l’expertise du cabinet est fréquemment sollicitée par de nombreux cabinets nationaux et mondiaux pour intervenir dans des dossiers ayant un rattachement avec le Québec. La vision d’affaires de Lavery est d’être un leader dans la transformation des services juridiques au Québec. L’un des grands mérites du cabinet aura été de conserver et de transmettre les valeurs qui ont forgé son identité, notamment la qualité humaine et professionnelle, le respect, l’innovation et la formation. La conjugaison de ces valeurs donne à Lavery quelque chose de plus : une âme. Sommaire du poste Le parajuriste en droit des affaires est appelé à s'impliquer dans tous les mandats du cabinet concernant le droit des affaires. Il est chargé de la constitution et l’organisation de sociétés, il effectue les recherches et vérifications diligentes d’usage dans le cadre de transactions corporatives et la mise en place de sûretés et d’octroi de facilités de crédit dans le cadre de financements bancaires. Rôle et responsabilités Corporatif Financement bancaire  

Paralegal Economical Insurance is currently seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to join the Edmonton in-house legal team. WHY ECONOMICAL? Because a changing industry calls for a new way of doing things. An ambitious, innovative and fast-paced company, we offer exceptional training and development programs, competitive pay, great benefits, a company-matched savings plan, and paid volunteer days — all within an engaging, fun, and collaborative work environment. Founded more than 145 years ago, Economical is one of Canada’s leading property and casualty insurance companies. We rely on our national network of more than 800 independent brokers to sell a range of car, home, business, and farm insurance solutions. With Sonnet and Petline, we’re extending our reach through the direct-to-customer channel. With more than 2,400 active employees across the country and a commitment to rethinking the insurance experience, we’re poised for great things. We’re now adding to our high-performance team to take us into the future. Let’s rethink insurance, together. In this role, you will: The paralegal is responsible for supporting 2 to 3 lawyers, primarily through managing document productions and preparing summaries, applications, affidavits of records and other legal documents. The role will also assist in file management and act in a back-up capacity to the legal assistant. Your Responsibilities Initiate the organization and management of files, including: requesting, indexing and organizing document productions; Review files, identify issues and prepare charts, chronologies and summaries of documentary evidence including medical records for use in discovery, mediation, pre-trial and trial; Draft court documents such as applications, affidavits of records, etc; Identifying, requesting and monitoring lists of required productions and information from all parties, including assembling and organizing answers to undertakings and tracking answers and refusals; Compilation of books of authorities; Provide litigation support prior to and during trials and hearings, including organizing attendance of witnesses; Interviewing witnesses and preparing statements; Assist counsel in preparing for Questioning for discovery and Trials, including obtaining relevant information/documentation, conducting appropriate searches for relevant information, and coordinating with support staff and resources as instructed. Providing back-up assistant coverage for lawyers Your Skills and Experience Minimum 2 years’ experience as a paralegal or equivalent for a litigation department / legal team practicing civil litigation in Alberta (ideally insurance litigation) Knowledge of Alberta court rules, practice directions and procedures Demonstrated proficiency with all MS Office applications High degree of personal ethics, integrity and responsibility with an ability to deal with privileged and confidential information Ability to work in a paperless environment Great attention to detail Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities Team player, with excellent interpersonal skills At Economical, we all work together to come up with big ideas — then bring them to life. We focus on our customers first, we bring our best, and we’re stronger together. If you’ve got the passion and the desire to help us reinvent insurance, let’s talk. HOW TO APPLY To complete the online application process, you’ll need to upload your resume before you apply for the role you’re interested in. Please note that only one document can be uploaded, so be sure to combine your resume and cover letter. We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment that welcomes diversity and supports accessibility across the organization. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: hrsharedservices@economical.com. Visit economical.com to learn more about us and what we’re up to. Economical Insurance includes the following companies: Economical Mutual Insurance Company, Family Insurance Solutions Inc., Sonnet Insurance Company, Petline Insurance Company. Assurance Economical comprend les compagnies suivantes : Economical, Compagnie Mutuelle d’Assurance; Family Insurance Solutions Inc.; Compagnie d’assurance Sonnet et Compagnie d’assurance Petline.

Job Description Our client is an award wining law firm who fosters a collaborative and innovative culture. On behalf of our client we are seeking a Commercial Lending/Banking Paralegal to work with a robust team, serving sophisticated, industry-leading clients. You will be expected to run files and must be comfortable handling complicated financings and working with colleagues in different offices. Salary for this position is highly competitive. Responsibilities: In this role, you will work efficiently with lawyers to prepare a wide range of transactional documents such as security documents, board resolutions, guarantees, officer’s certificates, closing agendas, and estoppel letters. You will perform and summarize due diligence searches, prepare and register transaction documents in public registries, assist with negotiating owner and lender policies of title insurance, and assist with closings. Skills Required: To be selected for this role, you must be eligible to work in Canada without company sponsorship. You must also be the graduate of an accredited Legal Assistant or Paralegal program or equivalent, and have a minimum of 5-10 years of experience with banking transactions, including real estate lending. Additionally, you have strong knowledge of applicable British Columbia laws, regulations, and procedures.

Purpose of Role The Construction Paralegal’s primary purpose is to provide support to the Construction Group and contribute to the overall excellent level of service provided to our clients by the Litigation Group as a whole. Key Responsibilities Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our Respectful Workplace Policy, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. The key responsibilities of this role are: Electronic organization and maintenance of files Preparing client reports at regular intervals and engaging in direct client communications relating to ongoing matters Identifying, requesting and monitoring lists of required productions and information from both the client and opposing counsel Preparing document memoranda/ briefs, charts, chronologies and summaries of documentary evidence for use on discovery, pre-trial and arbitration/trial Preparation of list of documents Reviewing and summarizing discovery transcripts; managing undertakings and refusals; preparing discovery reports to clients Drafting and compiling motion materials Compiling books of authorities and other briefs Use of electronic document management software (Relativity) to search for key information and preparing binders containing relevant information Compiling statistics and information and performing research tasks Liaising with and retaining expert witnesses Instructing surveillance investigators, analyzing and preparing summaries of their reports Trial/Arbitration preparation, including preparation of required notices and subpoenas; Maintaining a bring-forward system to: ensure team members have everything required for any scheduled meetings, discoveries, mediations, arbitration hearings or court appearances Preparing bills of costs/costs outlines Preparing and submitting forms to the Land Title Office, including claims of builders’ lien Cooperating within the team to assist with overflow, urgent deadlines and back-up coverage Key Competencies Required Paralegal Certificate or Diploma from an accredited institution A minimum of one year of relevant experience in a similar role with knowledge of litigation legal procedures and statutes including familiarity with the rules for various courts Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel 2010 Knowledge of document management software, Relativity Professional demeanor and strong organizational, investigative, fact-finding, and problem solving skills A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with clients, lawyers and colleagues Ability to work independently and with excellent judgment to both follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative as required Flexibility, good judgment and initiative with a demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail Ability to handle pressure and to remain calm in working within time constraints Availability to work extended hours when necessary Application If you have an interest in this position or know of someone who may be suitable, please forward a current resume to Bria Taker at BTaker@blg.com by Monday October 1, 2018. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. BLG is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. *Please note that relatives of current BLG employees and Partners are not eligible for consideration. Apply Now    

Your Next Opportunity Would you like to be a part of Canada’s leading and progressive Business Law firm? McMillan has an exciting opportunity as a Paralegal in our Montreal Financial Services group.  This is an exciting new role and is a great opportunity for an experienced paralegal who is looking for a challenge. What You’ll Do You will be the go to person for your team who will depend on your guidance and support to keep them organized. As their champion, you will be involved in a wide variety of tasks, including: conducting, analyzing and summarizing searches in various public databases (REQ, Corporations Canada, RPMRR, Bank Act, Office of the Superintendant of Bankruptcy, Soquij, CIPO, Land registry). You will also prepare RPMRR registration forms and draft various banking resolutions. You will assist lawyers during transactions by preparing documentation, closing agendas , closing books and any other related task as assigned. What You Bring You have established yourself as a key resource in your successful legal career. Your history includes a Paralegal Diploma or Certificate , coupled with a minimum of three years of financial services related experience. You have strong administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills. You are detail-oriented and are able to effectively meet deadlines, including assisting lawyers during closings. You work well in a team setting as well as independently and provide an exceptional level of client service. You embrace evolving technology and have strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and thrive using your analytical skills.  Finally you have experience working (verbal and written) in both official languages- French and English. McMillan Offers You Growth Mentorship and Support Training as Software Evolves Commensurate Compensation and Benefits Package Fun Work Environment LTC4 Competency Awareness     McMillan = You Inclusion and diversity are essential elements of our culture at McMillan which coincides with our core values of respect, teamwork, commitment, client service and professional excellence. We are extremely proud to be one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People two years in a row. At McMillan, we know we will achieve the most success by attracting and retaining the best talent, and by representing and supporting communities from which we draw our members, the communities in which we live and work and the communities to which we provide legal services. We are a law firm that prides itself in sustained quality and excellence in service while fostering a positive and collegial work environment which nurtures mentoring inspires enthusiasm and professional excellence. We commit to putting our best efforts forward in achieving our goals, and the goals of our clients. You can help us in that journey! Need another reason to consider McMillan? Let’s work together to help you achieve your professional goals and career development. Let’s get started If this position is you, and you reside in or around the Montreal area, we look forward to hearing from you. We like cover letters too so don’t forget to include one along with your resume when you click on the Apply Now button.    McMillan is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email us or contact us at 1.888.662.4624 to submit your accommodation request. Qualifications Education Required College or better in Paralegal Studies or related field.

HOW TO APPLY Please DO NOT submit your application through e-mail or Easy Apply. If you’d like to join our team of legal and software professionals, follow these two steps: Please include a copy of your resume and cover letter as a single PDF Document. (You can combine these documents here: https://www.pdfmerge.com/) Upload your application package here: https://www.careersatldd.ca/support ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Do you feel like you could do more with your Law Clerk/Paralegal diploma? Interested in pursuing a meaningful career as part of a rapidly growing legal software company? A career at LawyerDoneDeal means that you get to apply your skills as a real estate Paralegal/Law Clerk in an innovative, collaborative and rewarding corporate environment. Apply to join our team and become part of the next generation of legal software industry leaders. Are you in? As an employee of LawyerDoneDeal, you'll benefit from: An exceptional benefits package Comprehensive training from our senior support staff Access to cutting-edge LawyerDoneDeal software to help support clients Convenient office location near Eglinton subway station Your Role As a Client Support Representative , you will work with a team of dedicated legal and software professionals, and be tasked with: Assisting legal professionals with technical and real estate transaction inquiries; Managing large volumes of incoming calls and accurately recording all call interactions and support tickets using our company's ticketing and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems; Aiding in the development of cutting-edge LawyerDoneDeal software, in areas such as design and functionality; Defining and delivering training sessions for new clients using our RealtiWeb® software and other LawyerDoneDeal web-based products. If you're interested in building a fulfilling career in real estate law, apply to LawyerDoneDeal Corp. by following the application instructions listed below. WHAT WE DO LawyerDoneDeal (LDD) is the premier web-based platform for the Canadian legal community. Our cutting-edge, AI-powered technology is helping to revolutionize the law practice, with more than 7,500 lawyers across Canada already enjoying the benefits of our web-based services. The LawyerDoneDeal platform creates unprecedented connectivity to make the real estate transaction process easier for lenders, legal professionals, title insurers and new-home builders. We’re a 100% Canadian company that prides itself in delivering some of the most robust applications available on the web today. Our office in midtown is not only in a great neighbourhood, but is also conveniently located just steps away from Eglinton station. This dynamic workplace delivers the innovations that set the standard for legal productivity applications. Our clients see it too. We were recently recognized by Canadian Lawyer Magazine with three 2017/18 Readers’ Choice Awards for legal technology. Why should you work with LawyerDoneDeal? LDD will offer you the opportunity to be involved with projects that will reach thousands of law firms and reshape the practice of law. Our company is rapidly expanding and will provide you with a hands-on learning opportunity in an outstanding work environment. Apply to be part of our team, as we continue to develop and deliver revolutionary web-based solutions for the legal community in Canada. For more information, as well as a list of our products and services, please visit lawyerdonedeal.com. ARE YOU THE PERFECT CANDIDATE? Qualifications : We’re looking for someone who: Has recently graduated from the following (or equivalent) programs, with an interest in real estate law: Paralegal, Law Clerk or other related Real Estate programs. Is fully proficient in all Microsoft Office Applications and widely-used Internet Browsers (e.g Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, etc.); Is fully proficient in written and spoken English Is well-rounded and has extensive extracurricular experience working as part of a team; Is able to actively collaborate, critically think, and deal with clients in a professional manner. Note: Experience using CRM Systems is not a requirement but is considered to be an asset. ® LawyerDoneDeal, LawyerDoneDeal and Design, LDD, and RealtiWeb are registered trademarks of LawyerDoneDeal Corp.  

Paralegal Specialist - Temporary - Montreal - 20783 Location: DORVAL, QC, Canada Posting Start Date: Jul 25, 2018 Posting End Date: Aug 8, 2018 Share: Apply Now Job Description Description Are you passionate about reaching new heights, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution? Do you picture yourself as a valued member of an industry-leading organization? If you answered yes to these questions, Air Canada is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the diverse and vibrant team working together to lead the growth and expansion of Canada’s flag carrier. We are looking for a paralegal to supplement our Labour and Employment Team in Montreal on a temporary basis (until November 30, 2018). Candidates should have a minimum of five years’ experience in a diverse labour and employment or litigation practice and preferably have experience in supporting work such as: internal investigations, conducting legal research, preparing exhibits and authorities for hearings, responding to employee inquiries regarding privacy matters, organizing and coordinating large privacy related projects, overseeing foreign counsel and coordinating between them and internal clients to ensure proper advice and representation of Air Canada overseas, preparing documents for counsel to file with tribunals and governmental authorities or deliver to opposing counsel, and delivering training on a wide range of privacy and labour and employment matters. The successful candidate will be supporting and joining a team of experienced labour and employment law lawyers, paralegals and support staffThe successful candidate will be responsible for various tasks related to labour and employment law matters, including: Drafting and reviewing correspondence and hearing documents (briefs, witness statements, written arguments, motion records, etc.) and coordinating comments and sign-off on these documents from various internal branches at Air Canada. Assisting responsible lawyers in the preparation of materials for hearings and presentations. Liaising with internal clients to prepare filings with governmental authorities in Canada and abroad and coordinating the flow of required documents. Investigating, formally and informally, the background to inquiries, complainants and grievances and assist counsel in collecting the documentation and testimony to counsel Air Canada properly. Preparing training materials and delivering training to internal clients on labour, employment, human rights and privacy matters. Liaising with foreign external counsel and internal clients to facilitate securing advice on labour and employment matters overseas Creating, maintaining and updating the tools and templates used by the Labour and Employment team, and, where appropriate, automating those tools and templates. Working with internal clients, Human Resources and external counsel to securing immigration authority (ex.: work permits, permanent residency, etc.) for Air Canada employees to work in Canada or foreign jurisdictions. Assisting with the in-take of new matters by performing initial review of files and preparing them for review by counsel and working with clients to resolve straight forward matters. Qualifications Formal paralegal training and a paralegal certificate with formal paralegal training and practical experience or extensive experience in this area. A minimum of two years of relevant experience as a paralegal in labour and employment law practice at a major law firm or major publicly traded corporation. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and French. A writing sample may be requested. Strong customer service skills An evidenced facility with Adobe, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, QuickLaw and other online legal research tools. Desire and ability to pursue continuous learning. Willingness to ask questions and to seek information as needed to complete projects and tasks. Strong attention to detail and rigorous. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize. Strong time management skills, including the ability to work independently and to work on several projects simultaneously. Project management skills, including the ability to adhere to strict project deadlines while being flexible as necessary in response to changes and delays. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others, ability to work as a team member and to interact successfully with people at all levels of the organization, including attorneys, clients and outside counsel. Demonstrated professionalism, discretion and the ability to handle confidential information. Drive for results and urgency and motivation towards achievement. Fast and efficient work habits. Capacity to work under pressure, displaying composure in stressful situations. Tenacity and resilience to persevere towards goals, despite challenges and obstacles, maintaining enthusiasm through to the attainment of the goals. Integrity, including a strong work ethic is assumed. A successful candidate will be one who takes pride in his or her role as a representative of Canada’s international airline. LINGUISTIC REQUIREMENTS Bilingual (English and French) At Air Canada, we want to fly higher when it comes to employment equity. We, therefore, encourage applications from Aboriginal peoples, women, members of a visible minority and persons with a disability. Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

A career at ICBC is an opportunity to be part of a talented, diverse and inclusive team that is driven to serve its customers and community. Make the most of your skills and take the opportunity to grow and develop your career. You can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a challenging work environment. Drive your career with us. ICBC is committed to being an inclusive employer, one that reflects the diversity of the people and communities of British Columbia. Paralegal ICBC Job Title: Paralegal Reference Number: 111054B Location: Various Locations Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Hours of Work: 7.5 hr Day Shift (M-F) Posted Date: 2018/04/30 Position Highlights ICBC’s legal team have a number of full time permanent positions for a Paralegal. You will contribute to the success of ICBC as we work to provide the legal defense of personal injury claims and other lawsuits against ICBC and its insured. You will assist lawyers in the preparation, development and handling of personal injury defense files for litigation. Drafting Chambers applications, pleadings including Responses to Civil Claim, List of Documents and Bills of Costs. Reviewing files, identifying legal issues and preparing Chronologies and Mediation Summaries. Interviewing witnesses and preparing statements. Assisting counsel in preparing for examinations for discovery and Trials, including obtaining relevant information/documentation and coordinating with support staff and resources as instructed. Conducting legal research and preparing memoranda as instructed. Providing paralegal support to an assigned group of 2 to 3 lawyers. Position Requirements Paralegal Certificate or Diploma from an accredited educational institution; 2+ years' experience in a litigation environment; personal injury experience is ideal; Knowledge of the Supreme Court Civil Rules, relevant Acts and Regulations; Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to adapt your communication style to your audience; The ability to be motivated by high volume, a fast paced environment with tight deadlines. Locations may include: Depending upon business needs, the locations may vary. Abbotsford – 2885 Tretheway Street Burnaby, Brian Canfield Centre, 3777 Kingsway Courtenay, 505 Crown Isle Blvd Kamloops, 1251 Battle Street 151 West Esplanade | North Vancouver | BC | V7M 3H9 | 604-982-6675 | 1-844-982-6675 | www.icbc.com HRERC37B Kelowna, 1634 Harvey Ave Nanaimo, 6460 Applecross Rd New Westminster, 625 Agnes Street New Westminster Claims Centre, 1320 – 3rd Avenue Surrey, Guildford Corporate Centre – 10470 – 152 Street Surrey Gateway, 13479 – 108 Avenue Vancouver, 456 West 5th Avenue Vancouver, 808 Nelson Victoria, 425 Dunedin 151 West Esplanade | North Vancouver | BC | V7M 3H9 | 604-982-6675 | 1-844-982-6675 | www.icbc.com

Dye & Durham is a legal technology company. The Company offers a comprehensive cloud-based technology platform that seeks to be a complete all-in-one solution for access to public records data and the automation of routine legal document creation.   Founded in 1874 and today employing over 200 people across Canada and the UK, Dye & Durham uses technology to distinguish itself from competitors, and provides a compelling value proposition to its large blue-chip customer base of over 5,000 active law firms, government agencies and financial institutions.   The Legal Assistant/Paralegal is responsible for preparing corporate documents by inserting merge fields and conditional merge statements into word documents. Once the documents are prepared the Legal Assistant/Paralegal will be responsible in testing the document to ensure the documents are generating as intended.     Specific Responsibilities: ·     Preparing legal documents and precedents in corporate law. ·     Applying proofreading and editing skills to documents and correspondence. ·     Working with development and product team on user acceptance testing ·     Coordinates with Product Manager to keep documents up to date ·     Developing testing strategies for document templates ·     Participating in the development and documentation of procedures ·     Take on other responsibilities as required. ·     Promoting and personally demonstrating the Company’s core values when dealing with employees, clients and other business stakeholders ·     Participates in the ongoing development and implementation of the company’s strategic goals and initiatives.   Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ·     Intermediate proficiency with MS Office products; particularly Excel and Word ·     Completion of a legal administrative assistant / paralegal program (or a combination of education and experience) ·     Detail oriented ·     Fast and accurate keyboarding skills ·     Strong analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to think critically ·     Superior communication skills, both verbal and written ·     Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction ·     Ability to effectively adapt to changing priorities ·     Superior time management skills ·     Ability to interact effectively with others in a team-based environmen

Brownlee LLP is a mid-sized, regional law firm with offices in Calgary and Edmonton that provide exceptional legal services throughout Alberta and the Yukon, Nunavut and Northwest Territories. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, a matching RSP plan and have the reputation of a great place to work! We are currently seeking an E-Discovery Specialist to join our Edmonton office. Please review the following and if this sets out that perfect opportunity for you, we looking forward to hearing from you. Key Responsibilities : Provides user support for e-discovery imaging & document database related issues in accordance with best practices. Assists in developing, preparing and maintaining standards and best practices for using the firm’s e-discovery solutions and processes. Assists in assessing and determining legal team requirements and instructions for the successful implementation of e-discovery solutions in specific matters. Assists in organizing and managing the input and quality control of data into databases by internal resources and by third party vendors. The data will include databases, scanned images, electronic documents, transcripts of proceedings and other evidence. Assists in tracking the status of projects – including those sent to external vendors – and provides regular project status reports to the legal teams to ensure that projects are completed within the approved budget and on time. Supports external access to the firm’s e-discovery systems by approved outside users, such as lawyers working away from the office, clients, witnesses and co-counsel. Assists in educating and supporting the litigation team in the best practice use of the firm’s e-discovery solutions and processes, and assists the legal team in identifying cost and efficiency benefits in using litigation technology. Provides occasional end user training. Provides first-tier user support and direction for all local users of the firm’s e-discovery software. Supports end users by customizing e-discovery software, including fields and forms to accommodate data entry or review. Key Competencies : Good understanding of legal concepts and procedures. Experience with litigation support software and a good understanding of the practical requirements of e-discovery. Strong computer skills, and an enthusiasm for e-discovery software and electronic discovery. Strong decision making and project management skills. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact confidently with lawyers, clients and outside vendors. Strong organization and multi-tasking skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills. Strong teamwork skills. Education/Experience Required: An undergraduate degree from an accredited university or a college degree in paralegal studies. Six or more years as a litigation paralegal, working on complex litigation matters. To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume via e-mail or fax 780-424-3254. We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.  

  Carr Law is still expanding. Carr Law is a law firm of lawyers and paralegals providing a broad range of legal services. We are seeking a paralegal in good standing with the law society. You must be a team player and work independently. You must be professional with attention to detail. Compensation is linked to performance. Experience in small claims court is preferred. To find out more about Carr Law, please visit our site at www.carrlaw.ca. Please respond with salary expectations and when you are able to start.

Employment Responsibilities Must be able to do things like: Preparing written reports/submissions on behalf of Clients Researching laws and past judicial decisions Analyzing and organizing research and information Must be able to conduct a thorough Case Review and provide Appeal Opinion in a timely manner depending on the complexity of the case and the needs of the Client Liaise with Clients Ensuring that Appeal timeframes are met Some travel is required for this position Windley Ely is looking to recruit an Appeals Specialist to represent the interests of our Clients at Workers’ Compensation Boards and Appeal Tribunals throughout Canada. WE is a leading Canadian Workers’ Compensation and Occupational Health and Safety services firm. Our team combines decades of experience in workers’ compensation and occupational health and safety with the knowledge, resources and services, to identify workplace injury cost saving opportunities and implement workplace injury cost saving strategies. WE create a competitive advantage for our customers by lowering operating expenses associated with workers’ compensation premiums and penalties. This is a permanent full time position. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Windley Ely is committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunities. You can be confident that our recruitment and hiring processes will be modified, if requested, provided the applicant has met Bona-Fide requirements for the open position. If contacted, applicants must make any accommodation needs known in advance. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

Requisition ID: 15542 Join the Global Community of Scotiabankers to help customers become better off. Purpose of Job: The Senior Legal Assistant/Law Clerk contributes to the efficient operation of the Legal Department by performing a wide range of administrative and law clerk duties, of a highly technical, complex and confidential nature. Major Accountabilities: The incumbent provides assistant support by: composing/drafting legal documents under the direction of counsel, including basic internal and external correspondence, reports, memoranda, presentations, using templates and precedents; converting documents from PDF to an editable Word format; responding to, and completing requests sent to the Legal Admin mailbox within a predetermined time line; creating and maintaining both manual and online filing systems; receiving, logging and distribution of courier deliveries and legal servings; database management, updating lawyer information, creating and updating administrative Standard Operating Procedures; working with other business lines within the Bank (at various levels of seniority) and external counsel, (including tracking, reviewing and arranging for payment of invoices); coordination of meetings, managing principals’ calendars, arranging video conferencing, managing appointments, arranging for the registration and payment of memberships, licences, seminars; travel arrangements, overseeing corporate expense cards, and preparation of expense statements; making travel arrangements and preparing expense reports; covering vacation absences of other members of the legal administrative team; and other special projects and responsibilities, as assigned The incumbent provides Law Clerk support by: composing/drafting Power of Attorneys, Deeds of Release, Affidavits of Execution, and True Copies, under the guidance of a lawyer, and external law firms, along with various business lines (at various levels of seniority) within the Bank; ensuring documents meet with local jurisdiction approval and conform to the specific requirements of the consulate, while also remaining Bank compliant; arrange for the execution of the documents by the appropriate Board appointed officers of the Bank; working with the Secretary’s Department to obtain the executed documents – including Secretary’s Resolution; Chartered Affidavit and the By-laws of the Bank; maintaining tracking of required action items and deliverables regarding the processing of Powers of Attorney; arranging for the authentication and legalization of Power of Attorneys and other legal documents; managing precedents of existing Power of Attorneys as required to ensure they continue to be Bank compliant; ordering, as needed, notarized Certificates from the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada; as required, notarize one-off documents for other business lines; tracking and reporting monthly International Hours for billing purposes; participate in the preparation & distribution of monthly and quarterly reports within a specific deadline. Education/Work Experience/Designations: The employee must possess a Law Clerk’s diploma, and a minimum of 4 years of legal administrative and law clerk experience, at a top tier business law firm, or an in-house legal department with a sophisticated financial services legal practice. Required Competencies: exceptional communication skills (written & oral) advanced computer skills, proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), Adobe and the internet team player with the ability to work independently strong knowledge of legal concepts and contractual language high level of judgment/organizational skills and initiative to deal with varied duties ability to exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive, highly confidential matters the incumbent must be self-motivated and work with only moderate direction. ability to initiate administrative projects required to support the law practice. ability to adapt to change on short notice exceptional organizational skills. ability to multitask. Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto As Canada’s International Bank, we are a leader when it comes to inclusion. We are a diverse and global team, speaking more than 100 languages with backgrounds from more than 120 countries. We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We will work with you to provide as seamless a recruitment experience as possible.