Paralegal Intern

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Working for the City of Burlington

A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.

Employment Status: Student/Co-Op

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Contract: 4-months

Department: Legal

Location

This position is not eligible for a hybrid work model. Your primary office location will be based out of Halton Court Services, 4085 Palladium Way, Burlington Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands.

Position Overview

This Internship opportunity will provide hands-on work experience for a current student entering the fourth-year Paralegal Degree Program student.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing files to ensure reasonable prospect of conviction;

• Understanding of the resolution process, the resolutions offered and if/when these are offered;

• Speak with defendants regarding their charges and offer resolution if applicable;

• Address the court and complete resolutions on record;

• Assist with disclosure review and sending of disclosures;

• Create and send correspondence to defendants with respect to matters dispensed with in court.

Requirements

Student must have completed 3rd year and are going into your 4th year of a Paralegal Degree program and have successfully completed the Provincial Offences course; Ability to learn new technology, understand the role of the Prosecutor; Willing to present in court and communicate with defendants (once trained and with supervision); Customer Service Skills are required.

Police Check Requirement

This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check at their own expense.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.