We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Law Clerk/Legal Assistant to join our legal team. This role offers an exciting prospect to support attorneys with a variety of legal tasks. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and possess a passion for the legal field, eager to contribute to our firm’s success through diligent research, precise drafting, and excellent administrative support.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with legal research using tools like LexisNexis to gather relevant case law, statutes, and legal precedents
- Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, correspondence, and reports with accuracy and attention to detail
- Proofread all legal materials to ensure clarity, consistency, and correctness before submission
- Conduct interviews with clients, witnesses, or experts as needed to gather pertinent information for cases
- Perform data entry tasks accurately into case management software and maintain up-to-date case records
- Support project management efforts by coordinating deadlines, scheduling meetings, and tracking case progress
- Assist with administrative duties including answering phones with professional etiquette, scheduling appointments, and handling general clerical tasks such as filing and photocopying
Qualifications
- Proven clerical experience with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise legal drafts and correspondence
- Proficiency in legal research tools such as LexisNexis or similar platforms
- Strong proofreading skills to ensure accuracy in all legal documents
- Effective interviewing skills for gathering information from clients or witnesses
- Knowledge of legal procedures including filing protocols and court etiquette
- Ability to perform data entry efficiently while maintaining high accuracy standards
- Prior administrative experience in a law firm or legal setting is preferred
Pay: $18.00-$28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 44.0 per week
Work Location: In person
📌 Law Clerk/Legal Assistant (Canada)
🏢 Canadian Bridge Talent
📍 Canada
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