NCA Candidate - Legal Assistant

Qualifications

- Law Degree (LL.M, LL.B., J.D. or equivalent) (Required)
- NCA Candidate (Required)
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Knowledge of CLIO or other Legal Practice Management system would be helpful.
- A passion for Criminal law

Full Job Description

ELPC is a rapidly growing downtown Toronto criminal law firm. We currently have two full time positions available for an NCA Student - Legal Assistant position. These positions are ideal for NCA Candidates keen to launch their careers within the dynamic field of Criminal Law and who thrive in a fast-paced, high volume work environment.

On-the-job training will be provided as necessary.

After training, the NCA Student - Legal Assistant will have the ability to prepare and complete a variety of legal and administrative tasks related to the practice of Criminal Law, including, but not limited to:

- Accurately updating E-LAW's CLIO Practice Management System (training provided)
- Filing, faxing, scanning, and copying
- Evidence gathering
- Supporting lawyers as they prepare cases for trial
- Making court appearances as permitted by NCA Licencing Restrictions
- Performing other administrative tasks as required

The successful candidate should have the following skill sets and computer skills:





- Be a self-starter capable of working both independently and in a group setting
- Possess excellent oral & written English skills
- Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
- Possess strong MS Office skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Above all, have a PASSION for Criminal Law

Salary: $18.50 to $26.00 per hour, depending upon experience.

Job Type: Full time

Schedule:

- As required by Qualified Obligations

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (Required)
- Registered and actively participating in the NCA Program

Experience:

- Previous experience in Criminal Law would be an advantage

Location:

- Bay Street in downtown Toronto, on the Path, steps from Union Station

Application Process: Please apply with resume and cover letter. Applications will not be considered without a cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Application question(s):

- Please answer 'Yes' or 'No' to this question. Do you understand that you must be a registered NCA Candidate to be considered for this position?

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 NCA Student -Legal Assistant ($18.50/hr to $26/hr) (Canada)
🏢 E-LAW PROFESSIONAL
📍 Canada