REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• College Diploma in law (e.g., legal assistant, law clerk or paralegal)
• 3-5 years of experience working as a law clerk in a law firm, government office or professional regulator, including experience working with administrative tribunals or courts
• Experience drafting, editing, and preparing legal documents

What We Offer

• The College hires and onboards 100% remotely
• The opportunity to protect the public interest within the immigration and citizenship sector
• A culture of transparency, where team members are involved in important conversations
• Full health benefits from day one for you and your family
• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance program
• RRSP match

HOW WILL THIS ROLE SUPPORT OUR TEAM?

The Law Clerk provides legal assistance to support the legal team to manage case files and prepare for hearings and/or Tribunal proceedings. The incumbent also performs tracking and follow-up to ensure compliance with legal decisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)

• Prepare, compile, format, index, organize, proofread, and write preliminary drafts of documentation (e.g., adjudication briefs, motion records, factums, drafts of pleadings, witness evidence forms, etc.) and disclosure.
• Serve and file court and tribunal documents. This includes understanding process and document filing and electronic filing requirements.
• Aid in scheduling and case tracking to ensure all actions, timelines and deadlines are met.
• Administer compliance activities (e.g., monitor suspended licensees, verify client refunds are made, ensure compliance with conditions).
• Track and record case status, case statistics, and service standards for the Department by adding information received from others to tracking worksheets.

THIS ROLE WILL SUPPORT OUR TEAM BY PROVIDING

• Knowledge of legal and administrative law concepts, principles, and terminology, Federal Court Rules, as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of the College Act, regulations, By-laws, and Code of Professional Conduct
• Time management and organizational skills to manage and prioritize competing priorities and deadlines
• Interpersonal and stakeholder relationship management skills to interact professionally and respectfully with stakeholders (licensees, counsels, witnesses, etc.)
• Written and verbal communication skills to prepare legal documentation and communicate with stakeholders about legal information and issues related to cases
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of documents and materials