17 Oct
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WeirFoulds
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Toronto
17 Oct
WeirFoulds
Toronto
The successful candidate will provide legal support and work in close collaboration with the Regulatory Law Practice Group lawyers working primarily in the areas of administrative and public law litigation, including discipline, fitness to practise, and registration proceedings for regulated professions. preparation of documents and briefs for various types of proceedings, including civil litigation, hearings, appeals, and judicial reviews; and providing support to other litigation team members when required. Post-secondary education with a Law Clerk designation Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures Solid computer related skills including legal software and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) Knowledge of E-Discovery (experience with EverLaw would be an asset) Eagerness to learn and further develop skills as a Law Clerk Excellent attention to detail and diligent proofreading skills Passionate about providing quality service and work product to clients Preparing agreements and other legal documents with some direction,
often from precedents Preparing hearing and appeal/judicial review materials in accordance with the various Rules of Procedures and Practice Directions (Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Court of Appeal for Ontario, Supreme Court of Canada and various quasi-judicial forums) Assisting with scheduling of witnesses, conducting witness interviews, preparing witness statements and briefs and preparing and serving summonses Preparing draft default judgments or orders At WeirFoulds, we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of service to our clients. As such, it is essential for applicants to be self-starters, dedicated to entrepreneurialism including client service, client development and the building and strengthening of client relationships.
We recognize the need to demonstrate equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do, and are committed to providing an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. Accommodations in accordance with applicable laws are available for applicants with disabilities.
📌 Law Clerk / Paralegal - Legal and Compliance (Toronto)
🏢 WeirFoulds
📍 Toronto