01 Aug
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Miller Thomson
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Vaughan
01 Aug
Miller Thomson
Vaughan
Thank you for your interest in working with Miller Thomson LLP. In anticipation of future career opportunities at Miller Thomson, this posting will enable you to submit your application and be first in line for future career opportunities.
We encourage you to APPLY now!
We offer opportunities to join our Paraprofessional team for Law Clerks, Paralegals, Land Use Planners and Trademark Agents across all of our Practice Groups; these roles can be based out of any of our offices nationally: Administrative Law: Environmental Law, Health, Immigration and Labour &
- Employment
Business Law: Capital Markets &
- Securities, Corporate, Financial Services, Insolvency, Intellectual Property and Mergers &
- Acquisitions
Litigation: Commercial, Constructions, Estates &
- Trusts, Family Law and Insurance Defence
Real Estate: Condominium Development and Governance, Commercial and Residential Transactions, Land Development, Municipal Law and Leasing
Tax: Charities &
- Not-for-Profit, Corporate Tax, Litigation and Private Client Services Paraprofessionals work with lawyers and other professionals who specialize in one or more of these areas and are key team members with critical responsibilities within the team. We look for individuals who are responsive and resourceful, possess a professional attitude with outstanding client service skills and are adept at managing assignments and priorities effectively to ensure deadlines are met and matters are continuously and consistently moving forward.
Key responsibilities: Perform a variety of legal and technical duties within the relevant practice area(s)
Draft complex documents and transaction-related correspondence
Conduct, document, review, analyze, verify, monitor, summarize and report on due diligence
Ensure timely filing of submissions,
applications and related matters in relevant practice area(s)
Ensure timely responses to inquiries or requests for additional information
Participate in client interviews, engage in telephone and e-mail communications with clients and third parties for the collection and/or dissemination of information and providing status updates, as well as in the execution of documents
Research and interpret legal and technical procedures, statutes, and regulations applicable to relevant area(s) of practice, as well as related areas of practice
Other business related duties as assigned or deemed requisite What you'll bring: Community College Certificate/Diploma or Degree in a Law Clerk/Paralegal or Urban Planning program, and/or equivalent experience working in a legal environment in a Law Clerk/Paralegal, Land Use Planner or Trademark Agent role
Law Clerk/Paralegal, Urban Planner or Trademark Agent certification/designation, depending on province.
A solid understanding of current legal terminology and excellent knowledge of federal and provincial statutes and procedures relevant to area(s) of practice
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated proficiency in all types of professional communications
Excellent multi-tasking abilities
Proven ability to manage a large workload volume, competing priorities and demands
Sound ability to adhere to and manage the demands associated with strict deadlines
Strong ability to problem solve with minimal supervision and direction
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Aderant
Sound ability to work independently, exercise initiative and follow instructions with minimal supervision
Sound ability to work well within a team environment
📌 Paraprofessional - Law Clerk/Paralegal (Vaughan)
🏢 Miller Thomson
📍 Vaughan