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**Law Student Positions**

**Part-time, flexible positions available**

Auger Hollingsworth Accident & Injury Lawyers is looking to hire law students for current part-time positions. These opportunities provide great exposure to all aspects of a busy Ontario wide litigation law firm.

Our law student program is part of our long-term recruitment system and has been extremely successful for both the firm and the students. Our hiring approach includes part-time positions (during studies), full-time summer students, and articling students with the hope students return as an associate lawyer. This recruitment is for positions that will work on a part-time basis throughout the year.

**Eligibility**: Second year law students

**Hours**: Flexible hours and typically 5-10+ hours per week. Positions will include some set evening and weekend shifts/hours.

**Rate**: $30.00/hour

**Position State Date**: Immediately

**The Role**

Through these positions, law students will gain exposure to aspects of the firm’s litigation practice in accident and personal injury cases. Positions are designed to provide hands-on, practical experience using all firm systems and technology. Working alongside our litigation team, students will collaborate with our lawyers, paralegals and law clerks and will gain valuable exposure and skills across the full case cycle from new client intake through case resolution. Tasks and responsibilities will vary and may include:

- Legal and case support:_
- Contribute to drafting statement of claims, memorandums for mediations, pre-trials, various research topics, etc.
- Assist, under supervisions, in preparing pleadings, motion materials
- Research and write about case law, legal issues and civil procedure
- Liaise with firm lawyers and clients to gather and organize facts for file development
- Client Communication: _
- Support communication with clients, including conducting new client intake interviews
- Triage calls and speak with potential clients to determine the nature and scope of their case
- Arrange follow up meetings with lawyers
- Assist with preparation of retainer agreements and new client authorizations

**Your Strengths**
- COACHABLE and therefore want to learn as much as you can about the practice of law
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
- Team player and also able to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Enthusiastic and always brings high energy. Superior soft skills and emotional intelligence enabling you to get the very best out of all those with whom you interact
- Unquestionable honesty and integrity, decision making skills, and creativity. Always earning a high level of trust.

**Culture and Compensation**
- Hourly rate: $30.00/hour.
- We promote individuality and support diversity.
- We foster a work environment comprised of legal professionals with varied skills, lifestyles, and opinions. Diversity and inclusion are integral parts of our strategic plan for success. The Firm is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting professionals of diverse ethnicity, culture, race, gender, and minority orientation.
- Flexible work arrangements with hybrid and in-office in the Ottawa office.

**Our Core Values and What We Believe In**:

- We get it Done.
- We have No B.S. Accountability: We are brave enough to admit when we’re wrong or when we’ve made mistakes and take the initiative to correct the issue. We also own and celebrate all WINS
- We serve with Integrity.
- We execute with Excellence. We value progress and achievement Progress for clients and all team members.

**HOW TO APPLY**
- Cover letter detailing your interest in our firm and how you meet the above requirements.
- Detailed and updated resume
- 1 Writing sample
- University transcripts
- References will be requested if granted an interview

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: Up to $29.30 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 15 per week

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: Remote