Paralegal Co-op Student / Legal Intern (NCA Students Encouraged To Apply)
Law Firm in Mississauga, Ontario
*Serving Peel and Halton, our law firm primarily focuses on the following areas of law: Civil Litigation & General Counsel.
Our growing law firm currently has offices in Mississauga and Burlington. Our lawyers are competent, professional, and are actively involved in the Halton and Peel communities.
We are currently looking for a Paralegal Co-op Student / Legal Intern (NCA Students Encouraged) to join our growing team.
Please Note: Paralegal Students will have their hours accredited for their University/College Course. NCA Students will have the opportunity to complete their Articling Requirements. Although the ideal candidate will be required to fulfil a 3 month probationary term (or term necessary as per your program requirement), a permanent paid position will be offered, thereafter, should this placement be mutually suitable. During the probationary term, compensation for expenses will be provided.
Please see below for candidate requirements:
Expectations:
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Excellent communication skills
- Meticulous proofreading skills
- Able to operate technology and office equipment (Photocopy machine / Multi Line Phone System)
- Responsible - Maintain and organize files, manage document system and back up hard drive daily. Handle correspondence with the Ontario Court of Justice, Superior Court of Justice, and handle lawyer scheduling.
Assets:
- Familiarity in Civil Litigation.
- Knowledge of PC Law for legal accounting
- Previous experience / employment at a law office
Kindly apply to this ad with your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample. Candidates who apply without one of the above will not be considered for an interview. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Benefits:
- Commuter benefits
- Discounted or free food
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Work Location: In person
