wills and estates law clerk
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Wills & Estates Law Clerk
Posted on May 09, 2024
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HGR GRAHAM PARTNERS LLP
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*Wills & Estates Law Clerk- Full Time Orillia, Ontario*
*HGR Graham Partners LLP* is one of Simcoe County?s largest, full-service law firms. At HGR Graham Partners, you will experience a friendly, cohesive environment that is fast paced and provides opportunities for growth and learning. We take pride in providing work-life balance, competitive compensation, and firm-paid benefit packages.
We are seeking a Wills & Estates law clerk for our Orillia location near many local amenities*. *This is a full-time permanent position.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, innovative, and experienced with the ability to work independently on matters involving the preparation of standard and legal documents pertaining to wills. This role will also include performing administrative work related to client intake, opening files, and sending correspondence and retainers. You will interact directly with clients and referral sources, placing a high value on relationship-building, and managing all correspondence in applying practical knowledge and skills. Collaborate with the practice group to ensure that service meets the client?s needs and aligns with firm values, manage physical and electronic in accordance with firm policies, procedures, and Law Society of Ontario requirements.
*Education:*
Graduate of Law Clerk program.
*Competencies: *
* Ability to deal with people sensitively, and professionally.
* Effective interpersonal skills and confidentiality with attention to detail
* Exceptional communication and client service skills.
* Ability to apply critical thinking and to balance prioritize workload.
* Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
* Flexibility and adaptability to work in a demanding environment.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office- Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro
* Experience drafting correspondence, and releases
* Experience using will precedents, client management software (LEAP) is an asset
* Experience in wills and estates, specifically drafting legal documents would be considered an asset
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, HGR Graham Partners uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions, please ensure your contact information is available in your application.
HGR Graham Partners is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. HGR Graham Partners is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Dental care
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* RRSP match
* Tuition reimbursement
Flexible Language Requirement:
* French not required
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* DCS / DEC (preferred)
Experience:
* legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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LocationOrillia, ON
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9272729097
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