Paralegal

3 days ago


Aurora, Ontario, Canada What The Law - Criminal Law Firm Full time $50,000 - $70,000 per year

We are a very high-volume, fast-paced criminal defence firm looking for a licensed paralegal to assist in administrative procedures of the firm. Experience in criminal law would be an asset, but is not mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to paralegals and lawyers (Scheduling, Emails, Correspondence with Clients and Courthouses, Disclosure Organization and Review)
  • Comfortable speaking in court and handling all aspects of a court appearance from detailed court instructions, communication with clients, calendar management, note taking, relaying important instructions and tasks to lawyers on file
  • Disclosure review and organization; general mail merge; drafting of court applications
  • Must be comfortable speaking with clients and providing file updates and receiving client instructions
  • Exciting opportunities offered to assist with resolution and pleas in criminal court within the paralegal jurisdiction

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a Paralegal Program -
    Must be a fully licensed paralegal OR alternatively be writing the February 2026 P1 Exam with expectation to be licensed in early 2026*
  • Experience working in a legal setting is an asset
  • Willingness to work in a high volume environment
  • Strong working initiative and being an active member of a team
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Interest in criminal defence or the criminal justice procedure

  • Candidates will be contacted if they are being considered for an interview. Please note this job is ON SITE but has an opportunity for a hybrid-schedule after initial training. Our office is located in Aurora, ON.