ParalegalLocation:Toronto, ON, CAHiring Salary Range:$89,250.00-115,500.00 / yearResponsibilitiesAssess and process claims, whether contractual or tortious, to be handled within jurisdiction of Superior Court of Justice (Provincial Court) (Civil Division - Small Claims Court & Simplified Procedure). Receive assignments from Supervisor or other solicitors, determine the validity of claim relative to limitation period and dollar value to ensure that the claim does not exceed Small Claims Court jurisdictional limits. Make recommendations to prosecute for damages, defend Hydro One’s position or take other action.Prepare necessary forms, court documents, file documents in the appropriate Small Claims Court or Superior Court and appear or supervise agents to obtain judgement favourable to Hydro One. Conduct pretrial preparations, negotiate settlements with insurance adjusters or plaintiff/defendant counsel, train law students and law clerks, conduct insurance, corporate and bankruptcy searches; maintain tickler systemto ensure that all claims are filed prior to limitation date; and, where necessary, obtain and instruct agents to attend pretrial/Trials on behalf of Hydro One.Assist solicitors in other legal proceedings by investigating,



interviewing and organizing witnesses, compiling documentation, preparing standard court forms, process serving court documents, etc., in accordance with specific instructions or established procedures.Visit courts and other government offices for filing cases, carrying out searches and processing uncontested legal proceedings or supervising agents or students. Conduct pretrial by personal attendance or by telephone conference to process or defend claims and attempt resolution of claims.Assist Labour/Employment Counsel with the preparation of arbitrations and submissions for Labour Relations Board hearings or dealing with other employment law related matters.Provide various claims analysis and assessment of liability and damages. Submit findings to the appropriate counsel for review and further action.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you have a disability that requires accommodation, please email [email protected]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Paralegal - $89,250 - $115,500 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Hydro One
📍 Winnipeg