attorney

Overview

Languages

Bilingual

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Private practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Advise clients of their legal rights and all matters related to law
• Perform management functions related to the practice of law
• Plead clients' cases before courts of law, tribunals and boards (lawyers only)
• Draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion
• Negotiate settlements of civil disputes (lawyers only)
• Research legal precedents and gather evidence
• Advise clients on legal proceedings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Membership in a provincial or territorial law society

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Wellness program