Law Clerk for Refugee Appeals/Immigration Appeals/Civil Court Submissions

at  Goldengate Lawyers

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Law clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the administration of court proceedings, ensuring that all legal documents are processed accurately and efficiently. This position requires strong clerical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in administrative or clerical roles, preferably within a legal setting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in data entry with a keen eye for detail.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures is highly desirable.
• Excellent proofreading skills to ensure accuracy in all documentation.
• Ability to conduct thorough research using various resources, including Lexis-Nexis.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse individuals.
  If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this vital role in our organization.
  Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
  Pay: $19.50 per hour
  Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON L4W 2M

• Conduct comprehensive legal research, including case law analysis and review of relevant legislation, to support immigration and refugee appeals.
• Draft legal submissions, including appeals and other immigration applications, ensuring clarity, legal accuracy, and adherence to procedural requirements.
• Prepare appeal memoranda for submission to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD), Federal Court, Immigration Appeal Division (IAD), and other relevant bodies, ensuring proper formatting and citation.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing all necessary documentation for immigration hearings, applications, and appeals, including gathering supporting evidence.
• Maintain an organized and efficient filing system, both physically and electronically, to store legal documents, court filings, and client records.
• Maintain detailed records of all case progress, including keeping track of deadlines, hearing dates, and client communications.
• Assist the lawyer for the court sessions, hearings, and client meetings when required, and prepare detailed minutes, summaries, and reports of proceedings for reference and future action.
• Draft and input legal correspondence, notices, and other official communications, ensuring proper legal terminology and clarity.
• Prepare applications for judicial review for immigration and refugee refusal cases in the Federal Court as well as appeals to the Refugee Protection Division (RPD).
• Prepare documentation for family court cases and online submissions.
• Review, proofread, and ensure accuracy and compliance of all legal documents, submissions, and correspondence with legal and procedural standards, as well as grammatical correctness.
• Assist in preparing responses to requests for further information or documents from government agencies, the court, or other parties involved in the case.
• Monitor and track the status of cases through various immigration channels, ensuring timely updates and actions are taken to meet deadlines.
• Provide administrative support during the preparation and execution of legal strategies and motions in immigration and refugee appeals.
• Assist with client communication, providing updates on case status, explaining procedural matters, and answering client inquiries as directed by senior counsel.Prepare and maintain court documents, including legal drafting and proofreading of various filings.
• Manage case files and ensure all records are accurately entered into the court’s database.
• Conduct legal research using tools such as Lexis-Nexis to support case management.
• Assist in the organization of court schedules and maintain calendars for hearings and trials.
• Perform data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy to ensure all information is up-to-date.
• Uphold confidentiality and security of sensitive information in compliance with legal standards.