law clerk

Education:

College/CEGEP.

Tasks:

• Assemble documentary evidence in preparation for trial.
• Co-ordinate administrative services.
• Draft contracts, prepare promissory notes and draw up wills, mortgages and other legal documents.
• Help in preparing and completing applications for simple joint and uncontested divorces, domestic contracts and name changes.
• Interview clients, witnesses and other related parties.
• Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing systems.
• Write trial briefs.
• Prepare wills, real estate transactions and other legal documents, court reports and affidavits.
• Research records, court files and other legal documents.
• Schedule court trials.
• Arrange pre-trial conferences and hearings.
• Assist lawyers in preparation for mediation and judicial dispute resolutions.
• Collect and record administrative and service fees.
• Draft legal correspondence.
• Prepare court files, court dockets and other documents.

Computer and technology knowledge:

• Database management.
• Legal software applications.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.

Personal suitability:

• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Organized.
• Analytical.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.