Family and estates lawyer

Now hiring: Family and estates lawyer at Toronto Advocates in North York, ON. The successful candidate must be available to start work as soon as possible. We are offering a Term or contractPart time opportunity. Shift timings include: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening.

Job Description

• The candidate must plead clients’ cases before courts of law, tribunals, and boards (lawyers only).
• The candidate must draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion.
• The candidate must negotiate settlements of civil disputes (lawyers only).
• The candidate must offer mediation, conciliation, and arbitration services.
• The candidate must research legal precedents and gather evidence.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• The candidate must have 3 to less than 5 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate must be accurate.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a legal-aid clinic to provide legal assistance, prepare documentation, and support clients with limited resources.
• The candidate must work in a private company, corporation, or industry.
• The candidate must work in a private practice.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate must be able to meet tight deadlines.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be able to manage a large caseload.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.
• The candidate must be eligible for professional liability insurance.

How to apply

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• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?