Employment Law Clerk – 5–7 Years’ Experience
Location: North York, Toronto
Posted by: Cartel Inc. Legal Recruitment
About the Role:
Our client, a full-service law firm in North York, is seeking an experienced Employment Law Clerk to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a seasoned employment lawyer on a broad range of matters, from contentious employment disputes to advisory work for corporate clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and review employment agreements, termination letters, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on employment law issues, including wrongful dismissal, human rights, and workplace policies.
Assist with managing files, coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, and tribunals.
Prepare court, arbitration, or tribunal documents and assist with filings.
Support the lawyer in case strategy, discovery, and preparation for hearings or mediations.
Qualifications:
5–7 years of experience in employment law or related litigation.
Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Familiarity with Ontario employment standards, human rights law, and relevant tribunals.
What We Offer:
Hands-on experience with a senior employment lawyer.
Exposure to a full-service practice with a variety of employment matters.
Supportive and professional work environment in North York.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Cartel Inc. Legal Recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Ben@Cartelinc.com
Nov 07, 2025
Full time
Employment Law Clerk – 5–7 Years’ Experience
Location: North York, Toronto
Posted by: Cartel Inc. Legal Recruitment
About the Role:
Our client, a full-service law firm in North York, is seeking an experienced Employment Law Clerk to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a seasoned employment lawyer on a broad range of matters, from contentious employment disputes to advisory work for corporate clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and review employment agreements, termination letters, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on employment law issues, including wrongful dismissal, human rights, and workplace policies.
Assist with managing files, coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, and tribunals.
Prepare court, arbitration, or tribunal documents and assist with filings.
Support the lawyer in case strategy, discovery, and preparation for hearings or mediations.
Qualifications:
5–7 years of experience in employment law or related litigation.
Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Familiarity with Ontario employment standards, human rights law, and relevant tribunals.
What We Offer:
Hands-on experience with a senior employment lawyer.
Exposure to a full-service practice with a variety of employment matters.
Supportive and professional work environment in North York.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Cartel Inc. Legal Recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Ben@Cartelinc.com
Mathews Dinsdale & Clark LLP
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Legal Assistant – Labour & Employment
An esteemed national boutique law firm with a strong focus on Labour & Employment law is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Legal Assistant to support senior partners in a fast-paced and engaging work environment.
Candidates with prior experience in labour and employment law or who are licensed by the Law Society of Ontario will be given priority consideration.
The ideal candidate will bring strong communication abilities, excellent organizational skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing advanced administrative and legal support to senior partners involved in labour matters, including labour arbitrations, collective bargaining, and proceedings before the Ontario Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal
Drafting, reviewing, and filing legal documents with adjudicative bodies
Coordinating multiple calendars, tracking deadlines, and maintaining well-organized legal files
Engaging professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and tribunal representatives
Ensuring accuracy and completeness in legal documents and correspondence
Managing billing and time entry for assigned files, maintaining accuracy and timeliness
Performing general administrative and clerical tasks as needed
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk in labour and employment law (preferred)
Familiarity with procedures before the Ontario Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal is a strong asset
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-based environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Experience with client billing and account management
Position Details:
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Starting from $60,000 per year
Additional Compensation: Bonus pay
Employee Benefits:
Extended health and dental coverage
Vision care and life insurance
Company pension plan
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Access to on-site gym facilities
Participation in company events
Jun 08, 2025
Full time
Legal Assistant – Labour & Employment
An esteemed national boutique law firm with a strong focus on Labour & Employment law is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Legal Assistant to support senior partners in a fast-paced and engaging work environment.
Candidates with prior experience in labour and employment law or who are licensed by the Law Society of Ontario will be given priority consideration.
The ideal candidate will bring strong communication abilities, excellent organizational skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing advanced administrative and legal support to senior partners involved in labour matters, including labour arbitrations, collective bargaining, and proceedings before the Ontario Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal
Drafting, reviewing, and filing legal documents with adjudicative bodies
Coordinating multiple calendars, tracking deadlines, and maintaining well-organized legal files
Engaging professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and tribunal representatives
Ensuring accuracy and completeness in legal documents and correspondence
Managing billing and time entry for assigned files, maintaining accuracy and timeliness
Performing general administrative and clerical tasks as needed
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk in labour and employment law (preferred)
Familiarity with procedures before the Ontario Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal is a strong asset
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-based environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Experience with client billing and account management
Position Details:
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Starting from $60,000 per year
Additional Compensation: Bonus pay
Employee Benefits:
Extended health and dental coverage
Vision care and life insurance
Company pension plan
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Access to on-site gym facilities
Participation in company events
Dentons is designed to be different. Our firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned as a firm with over 21,000 individuals in more than 200 offices serving clients across 80+ countries.
Dentons Canada is committed to its people and communities. We are consistently recognized as an employer of choice having received numerous awards including being selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2025); Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2025), and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2025).
This role is an opportunity for you to join the world’s largest law firm, a firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Legal Assistant role within our Real Estate department, supporting the Municipal Planning, Land Use, and Development law practice , requires a unique blend of skills and experience. You must demonstrate strong technical skills and knowledge to manage the production demands of the practice accurately and efficiently and possess proven abilities to proactively support the management of the practice, including client relationship management.
The position will require a polished, confident, and reliable assistant who is able to manage multiple priorities. You are highly organized, discreet, driven and have a client first approach to work. You are professional and possess a high degree of business maturity. Generally, the hours of work are from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., however due to the nature of this role, flexibility may be required at times. Pre-authorized overtime may be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Practice management, including proactively managing lawyers’ workflow, schedule, and billings oversight.
Dealing with and responding to client inquiries and conducting follow up, as required.
Assisting with opening, maintaining, and putting away files, in conjunction with administrative assistants in the group.
Processing incoming and outgoing mail and managing bring forwards.
Scheduling appointments and meetings, photocopying materials, booking meeting rooms, making travel arrangements, etc.
Maintaining and organizing files with a robust follow up system.
Preparing cheque requisitions and expense reports.
Updating and maintaining client/matter lists.
Demonstrating a team attitude with an accountability and confidentiality to both internal and external clients to achieve goals of the Firm.
Actively supporting the Legal Support Team in accordance with the firm’s standards and best practices
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Post-secondary education in business or related discipline. Legal Administration and/or Law Clerk Diploma preferred.
Minimum of 5 years solid work experience in a legal environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
Excellent technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum 50 wpm typing speed.
Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and document management systems (Elite and iManage).
Seasoned organizational/follow up skills; attention to detail, proofreading and accuracy are required.
Professional client and telephone manner and a proven track record of working with confidential information.
Able to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Must have seasoned problem-solving skills, the ability to work with little instruction or supervision and be highly motivated.
Able to meet deadlines, work well under pressure and take initiative using sound judgment.
Professionalism demonstrated with colleagues, clients both in person and conversing by phone.
Strong grammatical skills, including punctuation and proofreading, attention to detail and accuracy are required.
Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, remain calm with a sense of urgency while maintaining a positive team driven work ethic and ability to approach colleagues and lawyers to solicit work.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Dentons we are committed to offering equitable and competitive pay, we achieve this by aligning internal salary ranges for specific roles to similar positions in the external market. In the normal course, our practice is to hire, transfer and promote employees within the entry part of our range, adjusting as needed based on the prior experience, skills and competencies required for the role along with any market differentials. Recognizing our exceptional talent means providing a comprehensive total rewards package beyond a competitive salary. We have curated our employee benefits portfolio to offer inclusive and comprehensive wellbeing and developmental programs for our people. With extended benefits and mental health plans, paid time off, savings plans, fitness subsidy, parental leave top up and more, our benefits are flexible, aligned to our core values and supports the various needs of our people. Additionally, our personal and professional development programs include people networks, mentorships, and leadership series programming to help people grow their career.
Note: Availability of the benefits and perks may be subject to your location and employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Dentons reserves the right to alter these programs and offerings in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 14 consecutive years (2011-2024), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2024) for the seventh time.
Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.
We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at careers.canada@dentons.com.
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
Dentons is designed to be different. Our firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned as a firm with over 21,000 individuals in more than 200 offices serving clients across 80+ countries.
Dentons Canada is committed to its people and communities. We are consistently recognized as an employer of choice having received numerous awards including being selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2025); Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2025), and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2025).
This role is an opportunity for you to join the world’s largest law firm, a firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Legal Assistant role within our Real Estate department, supporting the Municipal Planning, Land Use, and Development law practice , requires a unique blend of skills and experience. You must demonstrate strong technical skills and knowledge to manage the production demands of the practice accurately and efficiently and possess proven abilities to proactively support the management of the practice, including client relationship management.
The position will require a polished, confident, and reliable assistant who is able to manage multiple priorities. You are highly organized, discreet, driven and have a client first approach to work. You are professional and possess a high degree of business maturity. Generally, the hours of work are from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., however due to the nature of this role, flexibility may be required at times. Pre-authorized overtime may be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Practice management, including proactively managing lawyers’ workflow, schedule, and billings oversight.
Dealing with and responding to client inquiries and conducting follow up, as required.
Assisting with opening, maintaining, and putting away files, in conjunction with administrative assistants in the group.
Processing incoming and outgoing mail and managing bring forwards.
Scheduling appointments and meetings, photocopying materials, booking meeting rooms, making travel arrangements, etc.
Maintaining and organizing files with a robust follow up system.
Preparing cheque requisitions and expense reports.
Updating and maintaining client/matter lists.
Demonstrating a team attitude with an accountability and confidentiality to both internal and external clients to achieve goals of the Firm.
Actively supporting the Legal Support Team in accordance with the firm’s standards and best practices
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Post-secondary education in business or related discipline. Legal Administration and/or Law Clerk Diploma preferred.
Minimum of 5 years solid work experience in a legal environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
Excellent technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum 50 wpm typing speed.
Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and document management systems (Elite and iManage).
Seasoned organizational/follow up skills; attention to detail, proofreading and accuracy are required.
Professional client and telephone manner and a proven track record of working with confidential information.
Able to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Must have seasoned problem-solving skills, the ability to work with little instruction or supervision and be highly motivated.
Able to meet deadlines, work well under pressure and take initiative using sound judgment.
Professionalism demonstrated with colleagues, clients both in person and conversing by phone.
Strong grammatical skills, including punctuation and proofreading, attention to detail and accuracy are required.
Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, remain calm with a sense of urgency while maintaining a positive team driven work ethic and ability to approach colleagues and lawyers to solicit work.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Dentons we are committed to offering equitable and competitive pay, we achieve this by aligning internal salary ranges for specific roles to similar positions in the external market. In the normal course, our practice is to hire, transfer and promote employees within the entry part of our range, adjusting as needed based on the prior experience, skills and competencies required for the role along with any market differentials. Recognizing our exceptional talent means providing a comprehensive total rewards package beyond a competitive salary. We have curated our employee benefits portfolio to offer inclusive and comprehensive wellbeing and developmental programs for our people. With extended benefits and mental health plans, paid time off, savings plans, fitness subsidy, parental leave top up and more, our benefits are flexible, aligned to our core values and supports the various needs of our people. Additionally, our personal and professional development programs include people networks, mentorships, and leadership series programming to help people grow their career.
Note: Availability of the benefits and perks may be subject to your location and employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Dentons reserves the right to alter these programs and offerings in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 14 consecutive years (2011-2024), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2024) for the seventh time.
Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.
We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at careers.canada@dentons.com.
Position: Legal Assistant
Status : Regular Full-Time Type of Position : Replacement (Immediate Start) Salary : $72,847.00 - $82,745.00 annually Department : York Region → Legal & Court Services → Legal Services Location : Hybrid work opportunities may apply Primary Office: Legal Services - 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1, Canada
Position Purpose
Reporting to Senior Counsel in the Construction Law Group, the Legal Assistant provides confidential legal and administrative support. This includes preparing correspondence and legal documents for all lawyers and the law clerk within the Construction Law Group.
Major Responsibilities
Draft and prepare agreements, contracts, statements, affidavits, corporate searches, correspondence, and documentation related to construction and procurement matters.
Administer and process legal documents, ensuring protection of the Region’s legal and financial interests; coordinate signatures, execution, and registration of documents and agreements.
Assist in drafting and preparing confidential correspondence, documents, and reports.
Maintain filing systems, precedents, and records to ensure accuracy; assist with records management using Versatile.
Produce and distribute documents while maintaining security and confidentiality of information.
Ensure receipt and appropriate distribution of Regional fees and charge monies.
Act as a communications link between Counsel staff, cross-departmental teams, politicians, external agencies, and the public.
Participate in meetings, staff committees, and workgroups as assigned.
Ensure that legal services provided align with Regional customer service standards.
Perform other duties as assigned to support Branch and Department objectives.
Qualifications
Successful completion of post-secondary education in a Legal Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of legal administrative experience in a private or public law practice.
In-depth knowledge of preparing legal documents, contracts, agreements, records, and file systems.
Proficient in clerical and administrative practices.
Strong knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies: customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management, accountability, and adaptability.
Proficiency in MS Office software applications.
Demonstrated ability to research and resolve issues effectively.
Key Details
Weekly Hours : 35
Scheduled Shifts : 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Closing Date : January 22, 2025
Union : Non-Union Staff
How to Apply
Please submit your application online by 5:00 PM EST on the closing date. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted via email.
York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations under the Human Rights Code, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process.
Feb 28, 2025
Full time
Position: Legal Assistant
Status : Regular Full-Time Type of Position : Replacement (Immediate Start) Salary : $72,847.00 - $82,745.00 annually Department : York Region → Legal & Court Services → Legal Services Location : Hybrid work opportunities may apply Primary Office: Legal Services - 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1, Canada
Position Purpose
Reporting to Senior Counsel in the Construction Law Group, the Legal Assistant provides confidential legal and administrative support. This includes preparing correspondence and legal documents for all lawyers and the law clerk within the Construction Law Group.
Major Responsibilities
Draft and prepare agreements, contracts, statements, affidavits, corporate searches, correspondence, and documentation related to construction and procurement matters.
Administer and process legal documents, ensuring protection of the Region’s legal and financial interests; coordinate signatures, execution, and registration of documents and agreements.
Assist in drafting and preparing confidential correspondence, documents, and reports.
Maintain filing systems, precedents, and records to ensure accuracy; assist with records management using Versatile.
Produce and distribute documents while maintaining security and confidentiality of information.
Ensure receipt and appropriate distribution of Regional fees and charge monies.
Act as a communications link between Counsel staff, cross-departmental teams, politicians, external agencies, and the public.
Participate in meetings, staff committees, and workgroups as assigned.
Ensure that legal services provided align with Regional customer service standards.
Perform other duties as assigned to support Branch and Department objectives.
Qualifications
Successful completion of post-secondary education in a Legal Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of legal administrative experience in a private or public law practice.
In-depth knowledge of preparing legal documents, contracts, agreements, records, and file systems.
Proficient in clerical and administrative practices.
Strong knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies: customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management, accountability, and adaptability.
Proficiency in MS Office software applications.
Demonstrated ability to research and resolve issues effectively.
Key Details
Weekly Hours : 35
Scheduled Shifts : 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Closing Date : January 22, 2025
Union : Non-Union Staff
How to Apply
Please submit your application online by 5:00 PM EST on the closing date. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted via email.
York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations under the Human Rights Code, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process.
Position: Law Clerk/Senior Law Clerk, IT and Cybersecurity
Reporting to : Senior Legal Counsel, IT and Cybersecurity
The Law Clerk or Senior Law Clerk plays a key role in delivering diverse legal services, including:
Managing legal files and conducting document reviews.
Drafting IT agreements and analyzing security and privacy laws.
Interpreting procurement by-laws and conducting legal searches and registrations.
Supporting transactional matters and researching case law, legislation, and policies to facilitate legal advice.
Preparing draft memos and responses.
Assisting IT legal counsel with research and preparations for appearances before Regional Committees, courts, administrative tribunals, and boards.
Major Responsibilities
Draft and prepare legal documents such as non-disclosure agreements and SaaS contracts related to IT, municipal, and corporate matters.
Administer contracts to ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and other obligations.
Review and interpret contracts and procurement by-laws, update legal templates, and maintain a precedent database.
Draft responses on behalf of IT legal counsel for stakeholders and opposing counsel.
Identify legal issues and conduct research using online legal databases and electronic sources.
Conduct due diligence, including relevant searches, and analyze findings.
Independently review corporate searches, records, and documents to provide recommendations to staff.
Respond to internal and external inquiries related to by-laws, renewals, contractual obligations, and municipal or corporate law.
Draft reports to Committee and Council on legal matters for counsel review.
Act as a point of contact for advice requests and coordinate legal drafting support as needed.
Provide guidance and technical assistance to the IT and Cybersecurity Law Group and Department staff.
Mentor and support other Legal staff as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Completion of a Community College Diploma in a Law Clerk Program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
Law Clerk: Minimum 3 years in a legal environment, private or public sector.
Senior Law Clerk: Minimum 5 years in a legal environment, private or public sector.
Proven experience in reviewing, drafting, and managing commercial contracts and transactions related to IT, Cybersecurity, and Municipal Law.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Expertise in legal principles, terminology, and procedures relating to municipal law, by-laws, and contracts.
Advanced drafting, research, and editing skills for legal documents and correspondence.
Strong knowledge of municipal government structures, policies, and processes.
Proficient in corporate core competencies: customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management, and adaptability.
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage high volumes of files, and handle time-sensitive matters under pressure.
Key Details
Weekly Hours: 35
Scheduled Shifts: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Closing Date: January 29, 2025
Union: Non-Union Staff
How to Apply
Please submit your application online by 5:00 PM EST on the closing date. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted via email.
York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations under the Human Rights Code, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process.
Feb 28, 2025
Full time
Position: Law Clerk/Senior Law Clerk, IT and Cybersecurity
Reporting to : Senior Legal Counsel, IT and Cybersecurity
The Law Clerk or Senior Law Clerk plays a key role in delivering diverse legal services, including:
Managing legal files and conducting document reviews.
Drafting IT agreements and analyzing security and privacy laws.
Interpreting procurement by-laws and conducting legal searches and registrations.
Supporting transactional matters and researching case law, legislation, and policies to facilitate legal advice.
Preparing draft memos and responses.
Assisting IT legal counsel with research and preparations for appearances before Regional Committees, courts, administrative tribunals, and boards.
Major Responsibilities
Draft and prepare legal documents such as non-disclosure agreements and SaaS contracts related to IT, municipal, and corporate matters.
Administer contracts to ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and other obligations.
Review and interpret contracts and procurement by-laws, update legal templates, and maintain a precedent database.
Draft responses on behalf of IT legal counsel for stakeholders and opposing counsel.
Identify legal issues and conduct research using online legal databases and electronic sources.
Conduct due diligence, including relevant searches, and analyze findings.
Independently review corporate searches, records, and documents to provide recommendations to staff.
Respond to internal and external inquiries related to by-laws, renewals, contractual obligations, and municipal or corporate law.
Draft reports to Committee and Council on legal matters for counsel review.
Act as a point of contact for advice requests and coordinate legal drafting support as needed.
Provide guidance and technical assistance to the IT and Cybersecurity Law Group and Department staff.
Mentor and support other Legal staff as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Completion of a Community College Diploma in a Law Clerk Program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
Law Clerk: Minimum 3 years in a legal environment, private or public sector.
Senior Law Clerk: Minimum 5 years in a legal environment, private or public sector.
Proven experience in reviewing, drafting, and managing commercial contracts and transactions related to IT, Cybersecurity, and Municipal Law.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Expertise in legal principles, terminology, and procedures relating to municipal law, by-laws, and contracts.
Advanced drafting, research, and editing skills for legal documents and correspondence.
Strong knowledge of municipal government structures, policies, and processes.
Proficient in corporate core competencies: customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management, and adaptability.
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage high volumes of files, and handle time-sensitive matters under pressure.
Key Details
Weekly Hours: 35
Scheduled Shifts: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Closing Date: January 29, 2025
Union: Non-Union Staff
How to Apply
Please submit your application online by 5:00 PM EST on the closing date. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted via email.
York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations under the Human Rights Code, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process.
Dentons is designed to be different. Our firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned as a firm with over 21,000 individuals in more than 200 offices serving clients across 80+ countries.
Dentons Canada is committed to its people and communities. We are consistently recognized as an employer of choice having received numerous awards including being selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2024); Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2024), and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2024).
This role is an opportunity for you to join the world’s largest law firm, a firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Legal Assistant role requires a unique blend of skills and experience providing general and executive administrative support in our Corporate Group and Leadership Team. The position will require a confident and business-minded assistant with the ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, support client and leadership team requests, and adapt to changing priorities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct support to Calgary Office Managing Partner (OMP), Department Managers and Leadership Team, coordinating activities, events and sharing of both office and firm information among the Leadership Team and Partners with a strict adherence to confidentiality;
Administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, maintaining calendars, photocopying materials, booking meeting rooms, making travel arrangements, etc.; working with other related Departments/services internally to provide documents and other materials on time to meet client needs;
Support and respond to client inquiries expeditiously and conducting follow up; keeping the OMP, Department Managers and Leadership Team apprised of interactions in their absence;
Draft, prepare and proofread correspondence, accounts and various documents and forms with upmost attention to detail;
Enter and maintain lawyer dockets and coordinate with the Accounting Department, when necessary; prepare detailed billing and deal with firm trust processes;
Open, maintain and close files, and maintain precedent systems using the Firm protocol for knowledge management including file closures and reporting any requirements;
Process incoming and outgoing mail, including maintenance of email accounts and managing bring forwards;
Prepare and update cheque requisitions and expense reports;
Maintain client/matter lists and current client contact records/notices;
Maintain and organize files, both electronic and hard copy as required;
Demonstrate a team approach; supporting and standing in for colleagues to cover absences;
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of previous legal assistant experience in related practice areas;
Post-secondary education in business or related discipline. Legal Administration Diploma preferred;
High level of competency in maintaining confidentiality and adeptly handling sensitive information and situations with the utmost discretion, ensuring that all interactions and data are managed tactfully, and in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies.
Passion for working in a team environment, willing to help others and comfortable with sharing work assignments;
Provide support to new team members in being a buddy/mentor during onboarding;
Ability to produce a high quality and quantity of work, occasionally under tight timelines;
Able to meet deadlines, work well under pressure and take initiative using sound judgment;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written);
Excellent technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications;
Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and data management systems (i.e. iManage);
Excellent organizational/follow up skills; attention to detail, proofreading and accuracy are required;
Professional client and telephone manner and a proven track record of working with confidential information;
Excellent problem solving skills, the ability to work with little instruction or supervision and be internally motivated
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Dentons we are committed to offering equitable and competitive pay, we achieve this by aligning internal salary ranges for specific roles to similar positions in the external market. In the normal course, our practice is to hire, transfer and promote employees within the entry part of our range, adjusting as needed based on the prior experience, skills and competencies required for the role along with any market differentials. Recognizing our exceptional talent means providing a comprehensive total rewards package beyond a competitive salary. We have curated our employee benefits portfolio to offer inclusive and comprehensive wellbeing and developmental programs for our people. With extended benefits and mental health plans, paid time off, savings plans, fitness subsidy, parental leave top up and more, our benefits are flexible, aligned to our core values and supports the various needs of our people. Additionally, our personal and professional development programs include people networks, mentorships, and leadership series programming to help people grow their career.
Note: Availability of the benefits and perks may be subject to your location and employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Dentons reserves the right to alter these programs and offerings in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that ID&E is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to ID&E, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 12 consecutive years (2011-2022), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2022) for the fifth time.
Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender assigned at birth, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.
We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at careers.canada@dentons.com.
Jun 05, 2024
Full time
Dentons is designed to be different. Our firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned as a firm with over 21,000 individuals in more than 200 offices serving clients across 80+ countries.
Dentons Canada is committed to its people and communities. We are consistently recognized as an employer of choice having received numerous awards including being selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2024); Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2024), and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2024).
This role is an opportunity for you to join the world’s largest law firm, a firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Legal Assistant role requires a unique blend of skills and experience providing general and executive administrative support in our Corporate Group and Leadership Team. The position will require a confident and business-minded assistant with the ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, support client and leadership team requests, and adapt to changing priorities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct support to Calgary Office Managing Partner (OMP), Department Managers and Leadership Team, coordinating activities, events and sharing of both office and firm information among the Leadership Team and Partners with a strict adherence to confidentiality;
Administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, maintaining calendars, photocopying materials, booking meeting rooms, making travel arrangements, etc.; working with other related Departments/services internally to provide documents and other materials on time to meet client needs;
Support and respond to client inquiries expeditiously and conducting follow up; keeping the OMP, Department Managers and Leadership Team apprised of interactions in their absence;
Draft, prepare and proofread correspondence, accounts and various documents and forms with upmost attention to detail;
Enter and maintain lawyer dockets and coordinate with the Accounting Department, when necessary; prepare detailed billing and deal with firm trust processes;
Open, maintain and close files, and maintain precedent systems using the Firm protocol for knowledge management including file closures and reporting any requirements;
Process incoming and outgoing mail, including maintenance of email accounts and managing bring forwards;
Prepare and update cheque requisitions and expense reports;
Maintain client/matter lists and current client contact records/notices;
Maintain and organize files, both electronic and hard copy as required;
Demonstrate a team approach; supporting and standing in for colleagues to cover absences;
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of previous legal assistant experience in related practice areas;
Post-secondary education in business or related discipline. Legal Administration Diploma preferred;
High level of competency in maintaining confidentiality and adeptly handling sensitive information and situations with the utmost discretion, ensuring that all interactions and data are managed tactfully, and in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies.
Passion for working in a team environment, willing to help others and comfortable with sharing work assignments;
Provide support to new team members in being a buddy/mentor during onboarding;
Ability to produce a high quality and quantity of work, occasionally under tight timelines;
Able to meet deadlines, work well under pressure and take initiative using sound judgment;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written);
Excellent technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications;
Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and data management systems (i.e. iManage);
Excellent organizational/follow up skills; attention to detail, proofreading and accuracy are required;
Professional client and telephone manner and a proven track record of working with confidential information;
Excellent problem solving skills, the ability to work with little instruction or supervision and be internally motivated
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Dentons we are committed to offering equitable and competitive pay, we achieve this by aligning internal salary ranges for specific roles to similar positions in the external market. In the normal course, our practice is to hire, transfer and promote employees within the entry part of our range, adjusting as needed based on the prior experience, skills and competencies required for the role along with any market differentials. Recognizing our exceptional talent means providing a comprehensive total rewards package beyond a competitive salary. We have curated our employee benefits portfolio to offer inclusive and comprehensive wellbeing and developmental programs for our people. With extended benefits and mental health plans, paid time off, savings plans, fitness subsidy, parental leave top up and more, our benefits are flexible, aligned to our core values and supports the various needs of our people. Additionally, our personal and professional development programs include people networks, mentorships, and leadership series programming to help people grow their career.
Note: Availability of the benefits and perks may be subject to your location and employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Dentons reserves the right to alter these programs and offerings in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that ID&E is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to ID&E, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 12 consecutive years (2011-2022), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2022) for the fifth time.
Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender assigned at birth, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.
We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at careers.canada@dentons.com.
