associate lawyer
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About the role
Education: Bachelor's degree. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Private practice. Tasks: Plead clients' cases before courts of law, tribunals and boards (lawyers only). Draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion. Negotiate settlements of civil disputes (lawyers only). Act as executor, trustee or guardian in estate matters. Supervise professional, para-legal and support staff and articling students. Research legal precedents and gather evidence. Write and edit for legal publications. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Membership in a provincial or territorial law society. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Large workload. Large caseload. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Workplace information: Hybrid. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Bonus. Commission. Long term benefits: Long-term care insurance.