Lawyer

Toronto Advocates in North York, ON is inviting applications for the position of Lawyer. This position requires the successful applicant to begin duties at the earliest opportunity. This role offers Term or contractPart time leading to full time employment. Required shifts: 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.
• Equivalent professional experience accepted.
• 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.
• 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.

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

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

[email protected]

• 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?