Department Information

The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.

Job Information

The Paralegal Assistant is responsible for receiving and processing documents submitted for registration, handling and reconciling revenues, entering submissions into electronic systems, conducting registry searches, and maintaining accurate and orderly records. The role also includes sealing, scanning, and mailing documents, as well as overall record management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Knowledge of legal administration and legal assistance duties and procedures;




- Knowledge of and / or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of the system of corporate/commercial/property law;
- Technological skills and proficiency in the use of multiple computer and web-based programs and able to adapt to current programs, processes, and tools related to this role;

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

- A high school diploma, a legal secretary certificate, and one (1) year of relevant experience

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR

BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9

Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106

Fax (867) 873-0445

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

📌 Bilingual Paralegal Assistant (Yellowknife)
🏢 Government of the Northwest Territories
📍 Yellowknife