Law Clerk
22 hours ago
The Law Clerk provides support to Legal Counsel for the completion of legal documentation required for legal proceedings under the _Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA)_. This position performs a wide range of legal and administrative activities to support and facilitate effective and efficient legal services. This includes overseeing and assisting with the preparation of various types of legal documentation including but not limited to: Child Protection Applications, Notices of Motion, Motion Forms, Affidavits, Status Review Applications, Plans of Care, Affidavits of Service, Settlement Conference Briefs, Statements of Agreed Facts, Informations and Warrants to Apprehend, Trial Records, Document Briefs, Subpoenas/Summons, Notice of Intention to Place for Adoption, Answers to Openness Applications, and Court Orders.
The Law Clerk ensures the timely completion of legal documents and ensures they are issued, served and filed on time. The Law Clerk prepares and distributes correspondence to other legal counsel and self-represented parties. The Law Clerk has regular contact and communication with the Court and court staff.
The Law Clerk assists Child Protection Workers and other agency staff to prioritize and complete legal documentation.
This position works in collaboration with Service Managers to support their oversight of the quality of legal documentation prepared by Child Protection Workers and other agency staff members who may be required to prepare court documentation.
The Law Clerk will act as a liaison between child protection teams and the legal department to prioritize and assist in the completion of legal documentation required for legal matters.
**QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED**:
Successful completion of a Law Clerk diploma from an accredited community college required
Membership or eligibility for membership in the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
1 year minimum experience in a legal setting preferred
Experience related to the non-profit or social service sector preferred
Knowledge of the CYFSA; of the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families; and of the Family Law Rules required
Strong skills in Microsoft Word
60% rating on testing - Ability to keyboard at 50 words per minute
Ability to complete direct entry into court documentation programs such as Divorcemate required
Excel skills an asset
Ability to review large volumes of information in a database and summarize it into a legal document required
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to perform during periods of multiple demands
Ability to understand and manage complex situations
Proven ability to work collaboratively with others
Strong critical thinking and negotiating
Ability to work independently
We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all. If you are contacted to participate in the interview process, please let us know if you have any accommodation needs.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $56,741.00-$69,898.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
- Law Clerk Diploma (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-11-26
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