Family Law Clerk/Paralegal and Admin
Hummingbird Lawyers LLP
Full-time
On-site
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
Legal/Compliance
Family Law Clerk/Paralegal and General Admin
We are looking for an energetic, positive, team-player, who can handle a busy (but fun) work environment. Technology should come easy to you and your communication skills need to be excellent.
Role overview:
In your role you will interface with clients as well as the legal team on a daily basis.
This role will be primarily located in the Vaughan office (this is a full-time in office based position).
Duties include:
- Working directly with clients to manage and participate in the creation of documents.
- From initial contact to final delivery, you will manage the client-lawyer relationship and ensure best in class legal services are provided.
- Completing intake process with clients and being a point of contact
- Opening and creating client files digitally and physically
- Drafting and editing documents, agreements, and reporting letters
- Booking and attending appointments with Lawyers as needed
- Reporting and Closing Files
- Problem solving with minimal supervision;
- Administrative work including but not limited to scanning, filing, answering the phone, sending/receiving courier deliveries, and greeting clients at the front door
- Assisting with billing duties, sending payment links to clients by email, and collecting on billings
- Communicating in a professional manner with lawyers, other team members and clients; and
- Any other duties and responsibilities assigned to you by the Firm from time to time.
Requirements: Certified law clerk or paralegal with experience working in law office for at least 1-2 years. Experience working in Family Law is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Compensation: salary based on experience and will include benefits.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday