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Shopify is the leading cloud-based, multi-channel commerce platform designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Merchants use our software to design, set up, and manage their stores across multiple sales channels, including web, mobile, social media, marketplaces, brick-and-mortar locations, and pop-up shops. We currently power over 600,000 stores in approximately 175 different countries, including stores for Nestle, Red Bull, Rebecca Minkoff, and Kylie Cosmetics. As Shopify grows, we face increasing volume, scope and complexity in our legal work. As Corporate Legal Counsel at Shopify, you will work on challenging and novel legal issues in multiple geographies. You will need  a broad base of legal knowledge, solid technical and research skills, a wealth of experience, common sense and grit. You must be able to synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources, spot issues, and efficiently and determinatively come to a business-focused solution that mitigates risk on a tight timeline with limited resources and judicious use of external counsel where necessary. You will own the implementation and management of your solutions over the long-term. The ability to re-calibrate, iterate or pivot when faced with new information or changing circumstances is key. Reporting to Erin, our Vice-President, Assistant General Counsel, you will regularly support a variety of Shopify teams and collaborate with members of Shopify’s legal team.   Although the role will be ever-evolving, currently we are looking for someone who will be responsible for: incorporating and managing subsidiaries in multiple international jurisdictions; designing and managing subsidiary corporate governance practices and policies; designing and managing processes to support Shopify as we expand into new geographies, both as a service provider and as an employer, and dealing with issues as they inevitably arise;   negotiating, drafting and reviewing a variety of agreements (for example employment agreements, facilities leases, terms of service, procurement agreements, license agreements); and assessing and communicating legal risk while collaborating on the development of  business strategies. Some requirements for this role: A JD or LLB Relevant legal experience, ideally having started out at a law firm followed by in-house experience Licensed to practice law in either a Canadian or American jurisdiction Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements Experience incorporating and managing international subsidiaries Experience leading projects and managing multiple priorities, stakeholders and deadlines Ability to both work collaboratively as part of a team and on an individual basis without  a lot of guidance or oversight Experience managing external legal counsel Ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment Exceptional business judgement, relationship-building skills and creativity Strong written and interpersonal communication skills A good sense of humor (we take our work very seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously) Our ideal candidate is a book and street smart lawyer who strives for excellence, and who knows that there is always room for continuous improvement. Someone who thrives on change, embraces challenge, is passionate about delivering exceptional legal work and will be committed to helping build a best-in-class legal team at Shopify. Someone with a “no problem is too big if it needs solving, no job is too small if it needs doing” attitude.   We know that applying to a new role takes a lot of work and we truly value your time. Experience comes in many forms! If your experience comes this close to what we are looking for, please consider applying. Erin is looking forward to reading your application before March 23rd, 2018.   Job post summary Locations Ottawa Toronto Specialty Legal & Finance Team Legal & Finance If your experience is this close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms – skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diversity makes for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. Join a world-class team  

Purpose of Role The Practice Assistants will act as workflow coordinator for other support services including delegating and reviewing the completion of document production, file management, copying/scanning work and other administrative work. The Practice Assistants will take an active interest in, and obtain a thorough understanding of, all aspects of client requirements to provide exceptional service levels to the lawyers and our clients. Key Responsibilities Administrative Manage calendars, ensuring they are up to date and reminding lawyers of meetings etc. on a daily basis Arrange meetings, book conference rooms, refreshments, check rooms prior to meetings etc. and liaise with other attendees, both internal and external Arrange for travel bookings and related details to be made through the support teams Arrange photocopying, printing, organizing couriers, sending out of letters, faxes etc. Arrange for files to be opened and closed, supervise general filing requirements and record keeping Use effective systems to ensure that both short and long term tasks are completed within required timescales Support lawyers in marketing activities including involvement in preparation of pitches and presentations Communication Take internal and external telephone queries, responding as appropriate and/or ensuring that all messages are passed on in a timely manner Monitor post and/or e-mails and dealing with as appropriate and ensure that all client related correspondence is passed on to an appropriate lawyer if the relevant person is out of the office Liaise with administrative support departments on behalf of lawyers as required Liaise with the department’s Team Leader over any planned absences, arranging cover as necessary and communicating this to the relevant lawyers. Client relationship management Become an active part in the care of clients and be wholly familiar with contacts/clients Enter, maintain and update client details and relevant information in the Firm’s CRM contacts system Deal with basic client queries and general administration Arrange client meetings Document production Check correspondence, attachments, documents, reports, presentations, faxes etc. produced by the Document Production team before they are passed to the relevant lawyer and undertake basic/minor amendments where appropriate Type urgent/short/confidential correspondence and emails Produce and maintain Excel spreadsheets as required Financial — Billing Assist lawyers in ensuring their time is recorded properly and entered onto the system on a daily basis Assist lawyers in the billing and credit control process by liaising with the lawyer and accounts and to produce standard prebill financial/time reports through the system Request cheques, bank transfers and paying in money received, as appropriate Other duties and responsibilities In addition to providing support to the lawyer(s) to whom they report, a Practice Assistant will also provide assistance to their immediate colleagues in the department and, where practical, other departments. Team duties will therefore include: Assisting other members of the firm, both proactively and at the request of the Team Leader Any other duties as requested by the Lawyers or Team Leader Key Competencies Required A Practice Assistant has responsibility to ensure that their skill set is up to date and they are familiar with the firm’s departments, key personnel, clients, internal systems and procedures. This will ensure that the Practice Assistant is able to carry out his or her role effectively and, where appropriate, discuss any training requirements with the Team Leader. In addition to this, they should have/be: Accurate typing speed of approximately 60 words per minute Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, research tools and other systems implemented by the firm Excellent telephone manner and competent knowledge of telephone system Excellent communication, organizational and team skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to think ahead and use initiative Flexible and dependable, able to take the initiative Able to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines Conscientious, approachable and enthusiastic Able to quickly build confidence, respect and trust with others Have a positive approach to daily tasks and have a solutions focused working method Application If you have an interest in this position or know of someone who may be suitable, please forward a current resume to Francine L’Heureux at flheureux@blg.com by May 25, 2018 We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace.

Purpose of Role The Practice Legal Assistants will act as workflow coordinator for other support services including delegating and reviewing the completion of document production, file management, copying/scanning work and other administrative work. The Practice Assistants will take an active interest in, and obtain a thorough understanding of, all aspects of client requirements to provide exceptional service levels to the lawyers and our clients.  Key Responsibilities Administrative Manage calendars, ensuring they are up to date and reminding lawyers of meetings etc. on a daily basis Arrange meetings, book conference rooms, refreshments, check rooms prior to meetings etc. and liaise with other attendees, both internal and external Arrange for travel bookings and related details to be made through the support teams Arrange photocopying, printing, organizing couriers, sending out of letters, faxes etc. Arrange for files to be opened and closed, supervise general filing requirements and record keeping Use effective systems to ensure that both short and long term tasks are completed within required timescales Support lawyers in marketing activities including involvement in preparation of pitches and presentations Communication Take internal and external telephone queries, responding as appropriate and/or ensuring that all messages are passed on in a timely manner Monitor post and/or e-mails and dealing with as appropriate and ensure that all client related correspondence is passed on to an appropriate lawyer if the relevant person is out of the office Liaise with administrative support departments on behalf of lawyers as required Liaise with the department’s Team Leader over any planned absences, arranging cover as necessary and communicating this to the relevant lawyers. Client relationship management Become an active part in the care of clients and be wholly familiar with contacts/clients Enter, maintain and update client details and relevant information in the Firm’s CRM contacts system Deal with basic client queries and general administration Arrange client meetings Document production Check correspondence, attachments, documents, reports, presentations, faxes etc. produced by the Document Production team before they are passed to the relevant lawyer and undertake basic/minor amendments where appropriate Type urgent/short/confidential correspondence and emails Produce and maintain Excel spreadsheets as required Financial - Billing Assist lawyers in ensuring their time is recorded properly and entered onto the system on a daily basis Assist lawyers in the billing and credit control process by liaising with the lawyer and accounts and to produce standard prebill financial/time reports through the system Request cheques, bank transfers and paying in money received, as appropriate Other duties and responsibilities In addition to providing support to the lawyer(s) to whom they report, a Practice Assistant will also provide assistance to their immediate colleagues in the department and, where practical, other departments. Team duties will therefore include: Assisting other members of the firm, both proactively and at the request of the Team Leader Any other duties as requested by the Lawyers or Team Leader Key Competencies Required A Practice Assistant has responsibility to ensure that their skill set is up to date and they are familiar with the firm’s departments, key personnel, clients, internal systems and procedures. This will ensure that the Practice Assistant is able to carry out his or her role effectively and, where appropriate, discuss any training requirements with the Team Leader. In addition to this, they should have/be: Legal Assistant Diploma or equivalent experience; Fluently bilingual in French and English, written and spoken; Minimum 2-5 years legal experience; Experience in Litigation; Proficiency in MS Office (excellent knowledge of advanced functions in Word); Ability to communicate in a professional manner with clients and lawyers; Ability to interact professionally with clients and all members of the firm; Strong organizational skills and time management skills; Detail-oriented individual with good proofreading skills; Excellent multi-tasking skills; Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative; Able to set priorities while maintaining flexibility; A team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Application If you have an interest in this position or know of someone who may be suitable, please forward a current resume to Francine L’Heureux at FLHeureux@blg.com by July 6, 2018. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace. 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    

Walmart Canada is one of Canada’s most dynamic businesses and largest employers. We are currently seeking a talented litigation lawyer for a new Counsel position within our legal department, based in Mississauga, Ontario. Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, Litigation, this is an exciting opportunity to work as a strategic partner with the business on a broad range of challenging litigation matters.   The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of litigation experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department dealing with a variety of litigation matters. Excellent research, drafting and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to prioritize competing demands, are essential to the role. Your duties will include working with senior legal counsel, developing legal strategies on insurance defense claim files, drafting pleadings, and attending mediations and pre-trials as appropriate. You will also be supervising external counsel on a wide range of litigation matters, including personal injury, product liability, commercial and regulatory related matters. Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills are important as you will have extensive interaction with various business groups. Working knowledge of French would be an asset.   The successful candidate will join a best-in-class legal team that has steadily grown over the last ten years. The environment is supportive and friendly, and based on a corporate culture that gives high priority to personal and team development.

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff work together as a team, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. PROFILE The Gowling WLG Ottawa office is currently seeking a motivated and dedicated lawyer to work within its Advocacy department as part of the Procurement Law group. The ideal candidate will provide legal guidance to a variety of clients with respect to procurement law advice, contractual disputes, trade agreements, commercial, constitutional and administrative law matters.  QUALIFICATIONS 2-4 years of relevant experience including commercial, trade and procurement disputes, procurement policies and RFP-related matters. Ability to negotiate and draft complex contracts and litigation-related materials. Strong communication skills. Bilingualism, though not a requirement, would be considered an asset. APPLICATION DETAILS Interested candidates should forward their resume in confidence to: Sandra Borrello – HR Manager Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP Suite 2600, 160 Elgin St. Ottawa, ON K1P 1C3 Fax: 613-788-3503 resumes.ottawa@gowlingwlg.com Application deadline : April 30, 2018 Gowling WLG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to offering equal employment opportunities regardless of race or racial group, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. We foster an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job description What is the opportunity?   The primary function of the Legal Secretarial Assistant (LSA) position is to deliver superior Legal Assistant support to multiple in-house Counsel, Sr Counsel, Assistant General Counsel or Associates General Counsel and Executives contributing to the development of “best-in-class” operations and administration supporting the General Counsel Group. This position focuses on operational effectiveness, innovation and professionalism.   What will you do?   Provide superior administrative support to multiple in-house Counsel demonstrating high initiative and proactive behaviour in all aspects of the role. Proficiency in the use of software application including MS Office -Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, T-360 and iManage and Concur. Coordinate the information gathering for presentations or reports and/or assist in preparing presentation materials for OC & other committees, group meetings etc. Execution of high quality documentation, correspondence, black-lining documents, travel arrangements, preparing expense claims, payment of legal invoices, E-filing, scanning copying and archiving Proof reading correspondence, documentation and attachments with attention to detail. Responsible for opening, updating and closing files in T360. Calendar management including the organization of meetings, telecom, video conferencing and WebEx and ensuring accuracy and judgment in scheduling. Coordinate catering for meetings and seminars to ensure compliance with RBC Policies   What do you need to succeed?   Must-have   At least five years + of applicable experience with a Law Firm or Financial Institution. Strong organization skills and secretarial skills Strong communication and good judgement. Team player, professional, adaptable with strong problem solving and business acumen Exemplary communication and writing skills in English (French is an asset)   Nice-to-have Educational requirements include Community College Legal Administration Program or Business Administration diploma or equivalent experience.   What’s in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits and competitive compensation. Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team. Opportunities to do challenging work.   About RBC   Royal Bank of Canada is Canada’s largest bank, and one of the largest banks in the world, based on market capitalization. We are one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies, and provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management, insurance, investor services and capital markets products and services on a global basis. We have over 80,000 full- and part-time employees who serve more than 16 million personal, business, public sector and institutional clients through offices in Canada, the U.S. and 37 other countries. For more information, please visit rbc.com Join our Talent Community   Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.   Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at rbc.com/careers Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment   RBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.   Job Summary   City: Toronto   Address: 200 Bay St   Work Hours/Week: 37.5   Work Environment: Office   Employment Type: Permanent   Career Level: Experienced Hire/Professional   Pay Type: Salaried   Required Travel (%): 0   Exempt/Non-Exempt: N/A   People Manager: No   Application Deadline: 2018-03-28   Req ID: 159671   Posting Notes: [[mfield1]]

Crown Counsel Salary for Crown Counsel Level 2: $121,030.09 - $156,960.01 annually Salary for Crown Counsel Level 3: $161,625.82 - $185,603.45 annually For the full list of requirements and preferences, please see the attached Job Profile. This position is included in the Crown Counsel Association. Membership in the Association is mandatory and is not considered "excluded" although excluded from BCGEU membership. This position is located in Vancouver, B.C., but has conduct of cases throughout the Province. Travel is a requirement. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of the ministry. An eligibility list may be established for the Commercial, Police & Regulatory Prosecutions Section in Vancouver. Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions (CASP) has two permanent positions available in the Commercial, Police & Regulatory Prosecutions Section. Counsel should be highly motivated and team oriented. CASP is a division of the BC Prosecution Service (BCPS). The BCPS contributes to the protection of society by preparing for and conducting prosecutions diligently and fairly, and by striving to develop the most effective methods to administer justice in the Province. The BCPS prosecutes offences under the Criminal Code of Canada, the Criminal Justice Youth Act, and provincial statutes in the Provincial, Supreme and Appeal Courts of British Columbia and in the Supreme Court of Canada. The BCPS provides legal advice to government and police on criminal law matters, and develops policies and procedures on issues relating to the prosecution of criminal justice. The Assistant Deputy Attorney General is responsible for the administration of the BCPS, which is divided into the Office of the Assistant Deputy Attorney General, Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions and five regions which are headed by a Regional Crown Counsel. CASP is responsible for the following areas of practice: (1) all indictable criminal appeals undertaken to the Court of Appeal for British Columbia and the Supreme Court of Canada, [Criminal Appeals Section]; (2) prosecutions involving commercial, police and regulatory prosecutions (including prosecutions pursuant to the B.C. Securities Act and environmental legislation) ; (3) organized and major crime prosecutions; (4) CASP is also responsible for providing prosecutorial litigation support to other prosecution offices within the BCPS in respect of constitutional challenges that arise in the trial courts [Prosecution Support Unit]; (5) CASP is also responsible for the delivery of legal resources and learning and development opportunities for the BCPS. CASP’s management recognizes its responsibility to offer diversity in practice and is committed to facilitating the achievement of an enriched working environment. Upon their request and at the discretion of CASP management, the successful candidates may be given opportunities to conduct cases, either as counsel or co-counsel, in all sections of the office, when the operational requirements of CASP allow for it. Efforts will be made by the management group to facilitate access by all counsel to the full range of work available in the office. Assignment to individual cases is dependent on counsel’s level of skill and experience. From time to time, the successful candidates will also, at the discretion of CASP management be required to conduct cases or provide litigation support with respect to matters falling outside of their assigned section but within the global mandate of the office. Assignments outside the successful candidate’s principal area of responsibility will be made in consultation with the candidate. The ability to conduct cases in other regions of the province is a requirement of this position. For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Daphne.Soo@gov.bc.ca . DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS . For more information about how to create or update your profile and how to submit your application, please refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below: Education: Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws Degree from an accredited common law school Membership in good standing in the Law Society of British Columbia or Membership in good standing in another Canadian Law Society and immediately eligible to become a member of the Law Society of British Columbia Experience: Legal Counsel Level 2: Counsel in their 6th to 11th year of call, with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing lawyer in Canada in the area of criminal law or reasonably comparable quasi-criminal law and/or regulatory law experience Legal Counsel Level 3: Counsel in their 12th year of call or greater, with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing lawyer in Canada in the area of criminal law or reasonably comparable quasi-criminal law and/or regulatory law experience Preference may be given to applicants with experience in conducting criminal trials Preference may be given to applicants with experience in conducting criminal jury trials Preference may be given to applicants with experience in conducting charge assessments Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached job description. Applicants who meet the education and experience requirements (including applied preferences) will be contacted by email inviting them to submit a writing sample. Applicants shortlisted from the writing sample stage will be contacted and invited to an interview. Enhanced security screening and a Criminal Records Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required. Security Screening and Criminal Record Review Act checks will be conducted periodically and at least every five years. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Resume required: YES - Your resume must provide detailed information about your education and employment history in order to clearly demonstrate how you meet the required job qualifications. Please ensure your resume includes the month and year(s) for each job in your employment history as well as the job related responsibilities. Cover letter required: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. Please select “SKIP” on the cover letter screen to continue with your application. Online Questionnaire: YES - As part of the application process you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the qualifications. You need to allot 30-60 minutes to complete the questionnaire. IMPORTANT: The online questionnaire cannot be saved and will time out after 60 minutes. You will need to complete the questionnaire and submit your application within 60 minutes or you will lose any information you have entered. If you require more time to prepare your responses, copy the questions and prepare your responses outside of the system and paste them into the online questionnaire when you are ready to apply. Further instructions are provided in the questionnaire and are available on the Apply for a Position page on MyHR. NOTE: Questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job qualifications noted above so please ensure you include all relevant information about your education and experience such as the date ranges of experience, job titles, and job duties when responding to the questionnaire. Your resume may not be reviewed for shortlisting purposes.

CONTEXT The mission of the Office of the University Counsel (the "OUC") is to: - apply sound judgment, thoughtful analysis, and constructive advice to help identify and manage legal risk; - provide legal advice and services that are timely, pragmatic, and proactive; and - work with academic and administrative units to streamline legal processes, wherever appropriate. The OUC is responsible for all the legal affairs of UBC, with the exception of labour and employment matters. The OUC: - advises on UBC governance; - advises on the legal ramifications of proposed actions and, when necessary, suggests alternative solutions or corrective courses of action; - provides strong and responsible advocacy before courts, administrative agencies, or other public bodies; - provides strategic legal advice and a full range of legal services directly to UBC, its senior administration, the Board of Governors, the Senates, and the Council of Senates; - provides legal advice and services directly to academic and administrative units when requested by the deans or administrative heads of unit; - recommends practices and procedures to protect UBC from undue liability; - determines the legal structure of UBC's subsidiaries; - oversees the development and review of Board of Governors' policies and delegated signing authorities; - is responsible for UBC's compliance with British Columbia's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; - regulates and manages UBC's conduct systems and internal administrative tribunals; - administers UBC's conflict of interest systems; - provides seminars and other education-oriented initiatives on legal issues affecting UBC; - participates in special initiatives and sensitive projects on an as-needed basis; - brings the appropriate resources to bear in the delivery of legal services and the resolution of legal disputes and, where necessary, retains, instructs and oversees external legal counsel on behalf of UBC; and - manages the costs of legal services in an effective and cost efficient manner in order to maximize the value of UBC's expenditures. JOB SUMMARY The Legal Counsel is a core member of the OUC and provides legal advice and services to UBC. Organizational Status The Legal Counsel interacts and coordinates activities directly with other members of the UBC administration. The Legal Counsel reviews contracts and recommends them for execution to UBC's authorized signing officers. The Legal Counsel is approved by the Ministry of Finance to approve the issuance of indemnities by UBC. Work Performed The Legal Counsel: - provides legal advice and services on a range of legal issues directly to faculties and administrative units, except with respect to matters within the jurisdiction of the Department of Human Resources; - negotiates and prepares a full range of legal agreements to which UBC is a party with a view to ensuring consistency in external dealings and compatibility with UBC's policies and objectives; - approves indemnities as authorized by the Ministry of Finance; - upon consultation with the University Counsel, retains, instructs and supervises external legal counsel on behalf of UBC, except with respect to matters within the jurisdiction of the Department of Human Resources; - identifies and recommends procedures and practices to protect UBC from undue liability; - develops and reviews University policies for consideration by the Board of Governors; - participates in seminars and other education-oriented initiatives on legal issues affecting UBC; and - performs other related duties as required by the University Counsel. WORKING CONDITIONS Works primarily in the office space maintained by the OUC in the Old Administration Building. The position requires local travel as well as some national travel for meetings and conferences. Supervision Received The Legal Counsel reports to the University Counsel but is expected to exercise professional judgment in the day-to-day carriage of files and in setting priorities. The Legal Counsel may also receive work assignments from the Associate University Counsel, who assists the University Counsel in overseeing the Legal Counsel and other professional staff. Supervision Given The Legal Counsel is provided with administrative support which is generally shared with other Legal Counsel. While administrative support staff report to the Assistant to the University Counsel, the Legal Counsel are expected to provide work assignments directly to the administrative support staff who have been assigned to them, to cooperate with other Legal Counsel to ensure that the overall volume of work and deadlines assigned to their shared administrative support staff are reasonable and appropriate, and to participate in the evaluation of the performance of their assigned support staff. In addition, while the Paralegal reports to the Associate University Counsel, the Legal Counsel are expected to provide work assignments directly to the Paralegal, to cooperate with other Legal Counsel to ensure that the overall volume of work and deadlines assigned to the Paralegal are reasonable and appropriate, and to participate in the evaluation of the performance of the Paralegal. Upon consultation with the

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife, who is known for its practical, strategic, approach to legal and business problems. We have been recognized by Chambers Canada as the #1 reg ional law firm in the country, by Canadian Lawyer magazine as the #1 regional firm in British Columbia, Alberta and the territories since 2010, and our lawyers have received national and international recognition in numerous legal directories and publicati ons. Our clients are leaders in the jurisdictions where we are located and around the world. Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a Junior Corporate Commercial /Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our Calgary office. The Legal Assistant will assist their assigned lawyers and support the busy team . This position is full -time, Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm. Standard Responsibilities • Preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents • Drafting documents in support of corporate and commercial transactions • Time entry and billing • Maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system • Maintaining a full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice • Liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers and clients on file progress • General administrative duties as required Qualifications • Minimum 1 -2 years ’ of experience • Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution • Exceptional aptitude in Microsoft Office • Ability to multi -task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast paced environment • Has the ability to work both independently and a s part of a collegial team • Excellent organization and time management skills • Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner • Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic • Exceptional interpersonal skills • Strong verbal and written English communication skills • Real Estate experience considered an asset If you are interested in becoming part of our dynamic environment and w ould like to apply for this position, please submit your resume with a covering letter to the attention of Kristi Smitas at ksmitas@lawsonlundell.com . Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

As an Administrative Support III, you will require advanced administrative or specialized skills and knowledge to support complex procedures, practices and initiatives within a department or program. Classification: Administrative Support III Union: AUPE GSS Department: (RGH)CHART MANAGEMENT Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 22-MAY-2018 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 01-JUN-2018 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varied Shifts per cycle: Varied Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $22.56 Maximum Salary: $27.42 Vehicle Requirement: N/A Required Qualifications: Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Additional Required Qualifications: High School Diploma, supplemented by office assistant courses and/or health record related courses. Excellent English language skills in reading, writing and oral communication. Working knowledge of medical terminology with recent certification. Previous experience in an office environment within the last five years. Able to lift moderately (up to 50 pounds). Accurate data entry/keyboarding skills. Knowledge and experience with window-based PC environment and basic computer skills. Ability to work well within a team and with minimal supervision. Ability to operate basic office equipment, including fax, Personal Computer and Multifunction copier. Must be flexible and able to work any shift rotation. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Terminal Digit Filing system. Ability to foster positive interpersonal and communication skills with healthcare providers, allied healthcare professionals, peers, departmental management, patients, law enforcement agencies, lawyers, and other individuals who access our service. Ability to prioritize workload to meet established turnaround times. Ability to adhere to strict regional policies and procedures and legislated requirements regarding client confidentiality.

Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in Canada, and one of the largest employers in the country. It offers a full range of financial products and services and is home to a wealth of expertise in property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance, wealth management, services for businesses of all sizes, securities brokerage, asset management, venture capital, and secure, leading-edge virtual access methods.       Job Level NV-05     The person in this position assumes various operational support responsibilities related to activities and processes in the unit that require processing, analysis, and follow-up with the person in charge of the file, using activity reports, debriefings and statistics, etc.   General Information on the Position   Main responsabilities To provide confidential administrative support to Legal Counsel. Aid Legal Counsel to manage his or her time (i.e. diary, scheduling appointments, preparing and following-up on meetings or cases, and writing up of reports). Using computer tools, complete various tasks connected with writing, revising, updating and producing documents and/or reports. Receive, filter and refer telephone calls. Open, sort and distribute mail and/or email in our paperless environment. Transcribe and compile (from dictated and/or written material memos, court and FSCO arbitration and/or LAT pleadings, reports and correspondence for Legal Counsel. Arrange appointments pertaining to meetings, mediations, FSCO and/or LAT arbitrations and examinations for discovery. Brief and organize file material including medical records. Compile affidavits of documents and assist in preparing matters for trials or arbitrations Update and maintain legal publications in law library. Assume additional duties for department as required (i.e. workload redistribution   Qualifications Minimum post-secondary diploma in a legal secretary discipline. Law Clerk's Program Certificate would be an asset. Minimum 1 to 3 years relevant working experience is required with relevant Bodily Injury or Accident Benefits experience. Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure and Insurance Defense Litigation with an emphasis in Accident Benefits and Bodily Injury work is required. Superior and accurate transcription skills using a Dictaphone with keyboarding skills of 50 wpm. Proficient with our in-house & other computer systems (i.e., MS Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat An advanced level of English (both verbal and written) is required. Customer Service Oriented Action and Results Oriented Attention to Detail Proven Time Management & Organizational Skills Initiative Team Player Integrity/Trustworthy Technical Learning Approachability   Other working conditions Number of jobs available : 2   Job Family Clerical Support   Work Location 4950 Yonge St. North York  

We have opportunities for exceptional candidates with more than 2 years experience in insurance defence.

Toronto - Corporate Assistant (Civil Litigaiton and International Law) Essential Functions Accurately proofread, format and assist with various legal and general materials, including: documents, reports and other items, ensuring accuracy and completeness; checking for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar, etc. Assist in the preparation and completion of various litigation documentation such as court filings, notices, affidavits, motion records, compendiums and book of authorities Serving documents and filing them with applicable courts, tribunals and agencies Awareness of processes and deadlines for serving and filing court documents Managing administrative aspects of the lawyers' practice/calendar with minimal supervision, including travel arrangements and expenses Qualifications Community College Certificate in a Legal Assistant program with a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience (civil litigation an asset) Thorough knowledge of legal terminology, Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Court of Appeal, Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Exceptional proofreading and grammar skills Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Adobe Pro is a must) Superior time management, organizational and prioritization skills with ability to work under pressure Keen attention to detail and desire to provide high quality, accurate work product. A strong team player and demonstrates positive work ethic Apply To Human Resources Bennett Jones Services Limited Partnership 3400 One First Canadian Place P.O. Box 130 Toronto, ON M5X 1A4 Fax: 416.863.1716 E-mail: hrdepttor@bennettjones.com Please note that relatives of current employees are not eligible for consideration. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

External Posting Description   The successful candidate will be responsible for advising clients with respect to obtaining temporary and permanent status in Canada. This includes all types of work permits (including but not limited to International Agreements, LMIA, reciprocity, significant benefit, open permits, post graduate permits, CSQ), permanent residence (Express Entry, CEC, Federal Skilled Workers, PNP, Family Class, Quebec immigration), temporary resident visas, inadmissibility issues, permanent residence issues (PR card renewal, residency obligations, travel documents), citizenship matters.  This role requires excellent multi-tasking skills, organization and an ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of clients from corporations to individuals. We are seeking an individual with 1 to 3 years of experience in all aspects of Canadian immigration law. Role and Responsibilities:  Analyzing facts and law to determine the most suitable application and process; Assessing cases to advise as to the appropriate work permit category as well as identify and resolve any potential issues; Reviewing and assessing client documentation in order to evaluate applicant’s qualifications; Preparing applications and providing advice throughout the application process including extensions and amendments, if applicable Writing submission letters, drafting immigration forms and submitting application to the appropriate office Keeping abreast of changes to laws, regulations, manuals, policies, procedure and process Filing applications to the port of entry, case processing centre, central intake office, on line,  embassy/consulate, EDSC and MIDI as is appropriate Advising clients as to legislative changes and how it will impact their file or business; Communicating updates on immigration process to clients; Following - up on pending matters to ensure activities reach a timely conclusion; Handling a high volume of immigration-related matters; Advising clients on the application of the relevant laws to their situation by carefully analyzing the case and considering all facts and options. Developing solutions to legal issues Appropriately managing client expectation Staying on top of deadlines Reviewing forms and documents provided by clients and providing feedback, where applicable guiding an administrative assistant with respect to same       External Posting Qualifications   Law degree from an Canadian law school Membership in good standing with the Law Society and/or Barreau du Quebec. Immigration law experience mandatory, with exceptional knowledge of immigration practices and procedures Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills within a fast-paced environment; Strong attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to multi-task and meet aggressive deadlines; Strong organizational and computer skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Outstanding time management skills     Guberman Garson LLP (GG) is a highly reputable, experienced, and client-focused law firm practicing exclusively in the area of immigration law.  With 25 years of experience, GG's alliance with Deloitte LLP in Canada enables the Firm to service clients worldwide.  GG understands the particular nature of immigration law and acts on behalf of a wide range of clients from multinational corporations, skilled or professional individuals, temporary workers, students and individuals in sports and the arts. GG is seeking qualified individuals to join our team of experienced professionals providing strategic immigration advice and guidance.  GG offers a unique talent experience that empowers our people with opportunities to do meaningful work and to grow, learn, and lead at every point of their career. Guberman Garson LLP is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce.  We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, and are committed to providing career opportunities in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, due to a disability, please reach out to your Recruiter, or send an email to accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 32203  

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff work together as a team, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. PROFILE We are currently recruiting for a contract (18 months) junior Intellectual Property Assistant — Patents & Trademarks. In this role you will work within a team environment, providing administrative support to the patent and trademarks lawyers and agents. RESPONSIBILITIES Reviewing, checking and entering official correspondence from CIPO, Foreign Patent Offices and Foreign Associates into the Intellectual Property in-house database. Preparing and forwarding correspondence to CIPO and/or clients using the Intellectual Property in-house database templates. Processing and entering updates into the Intellectual Property in-house database i.e. file opening forms, client contacts, removing and entering deadlines. Completing Canadian Trademark registration fee payments, renewal payments and requests for extension of time using CIPO’s on-line portal. Coordinating the submission of documents to CIPO by the daily deadline. Resolving work-related matters in a professional and timely manner. QUALIFICATIONS 1-3 years’ experience working as a Trademark and/or Patent Assistant Canadian and Foreign Trademark and/or Patent experience. Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timeline. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with strong keyboard and dicta-typing skills. APPLICATION DETAILS If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume via email to  resumes.ottawa@gowlingwlg.com including the job title and quoting file number O1856003 in the subject line. Gowling WLG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to offering equal employment opportunities regardless of race or racial group, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. We foster an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Based in the heart of Toronto's financial district, Blaney McMurtry is one of Canada's premier law firms. Recognized and ranked as leaders in our field, it is in our DNA to deliver efficient, practical legal services to support our clients' businesses. We have an immediate opening for an intermediate to senior level legal assistant in our Corporate Commercial Practice Group. If you take pride in the quality of your work and want to be part of a busy team, this position may appeal to you. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of work experience in corporate law. Strong MS Word and organizational skills are needed as is the ability to multi-task and manage two lawyers' practices. Our online application will give you the option to apply to this role as a complete candidate – not just a resume. The application will assess your qualifications, personality traits and workplace preferences, and should take about 10–15 minutes to complete. It’s optional to do, and you will get a copy of your assessment when you’re done by logging into the application tool. If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us with the “Need Help” button in the application. Interested candidates should apply here .  We will review applications as they are received and all applications will be kept on file. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Blaney McMurtry is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest.

Litigation Legal Assistant   One of Canada’s leading business law firms is looking to hire a full time Litigation Legal Assistant.   Responsibilities: Handling a variety of administrative duties Word processing Drafting correspondence Filing Office and file organization Preparation of accounts Co-ordinating and scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars Litigation duties include:Drafting court documents Court searches Scheduling various applications and questionings Pre-trial and trial preparation Maintenance of all trial binder and limitation systems       Qualifications: The successful candidate will play a role in the organization of working closely with the lawyers in all aspects of their practice management. Must have a Legal Assistant Diploma Minimum of three years of experience Must be detail oriented Must be highly organized Excellent attention to detail Must have excellent Microsoft Word skills Summation experience would be preferred Litigation experience preferred Some Corporate experience preferred       This firm offers an excellent and competitive salary/benefits package that will commensurate with qualifications and experience           For more opportunities, please visit our website at: www.urbanlegal.ca       At Urban Legal, we guarantee discretion and confidentiality.

Location  Lima, Peru Start Date  Jul - Sep 2018 (flexible) Length of Placement  12 Months Language Requirements  Spanish   Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only The Volunteer’s Role   Cuso International is looking for a volunteer passionate about the rights of women and girls! During this placement, you will provide technical assistance to DEMUS in strategic litigation and cases that they sponsor in order to recognize women's fundamental rights, such as living a life free of violence and discrimination. DEMUS carries out a psycho-legal assistance to their emblematic cases, which allows victims to become spokespersons for the rights of women and girls. With your knowledge and experience, you'll support causes to advance the full rights for women. You can learn more about the cases here:  http://www.demus.org.pe/casos-emblematicos/ As a volunteer, you will: - Provide technical assistance for legal argument of emblematic cases in different judiciary bodies. - Develop case studies on successful emblematic litigation. - Provide support for national and international publications on cases. - Support DEMUS and Cuso International on lessons learned for work in defense of women's rights. Essential Academic Qualifications: - Degree in law, sociology or related field. Essential Professional Background: - Experience in judicial processes. - Knowledge and commitment to gender equality. - Experience writing/editing reports and publications. - Ability to work under pressure and demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.   Support Package - Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country) - Accommodation while in placement - Return airfare and visa/work permit costs - Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance - Pre-departure training and in-country orientation - Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend - Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer (Return flight, emergency medical insurance, vaccinations) - Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return - Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs). - Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation - Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months