Paraprofessional - Law Clerk / Paralegal

4 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Miller Thomson Full time

As a recognized national business law firm, we support, grow, and impact our communities through our work. We help entrepreneurs, companies, and professionals shape and build the Canadian economy.

When you start a career with Miller Thomson, you join a firm that puts its people first. We provide the opportunity to influence the course of your career, community, and workplace with the support and backing of a national organization. While teamwork and collaboration are hallmarks of our culture, we accept and encourage individuality. You can expect a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where your colleagues will rally around to help you succeed.

Find the spark that will propel your career to new heights. Apply today to join a firm that is dedicated to you.

We encourage you to APPLY now

We offer opportunities to join our Paraprofessional team for Law Clerks, Paralegals, Land Use Planners and Trademark Agents across all of our Practice Groups; these roles can be based out of any of our offices nationally:

  • Administrative Law: Environmental Law, Health, Immigration and Labour & Employment
  • Business Law: Capital Markets & Securities, Corporate, Financial Services, Insolvency, Intellectual Property and Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Litigation: Commercial, Constructions, Estates & Trusts, Family Law and Insurance Defence
  • Real Estate: Condominium Development and Governance, Commercial and Residential Transactions, Land Development, Municipal Law and Leasing
  • Tax: Charities & Not-for-Profit, Corporate Tax, Litigation and Private Client Services

Paraprofessionals work with lawyers and other professionals who specialize in one or more of these areas and are key team members with critical responsibilities within the team. We look for individuals who are responsive and resourceful, possess a professional attitude with great client service skills and are adept at managing assignments and priorities effectively to ensure deadlines are met and matters are continuously and consistently moving forward.

Key responsibilities:

  • Perform a variety of legal and technical duties within the relevant practice area(s)
  • Draft complex documents and transaction-related correspondence
  • Conduct, document, review, analyze, verify, monitor, summarize and report on due diligence
  • Ensure timely filing of submissions, applications and related matters in relevant practice area(s)
  • Ensure timely responses to inquiries or requests for additional information
  • Participate in client interviews, engage in telephone and e-mail communications with clients and third parties for the collection and / or dissemination of information and providing status updates, as well as in the execution of documents
  • Research and interpret legal and technical procedures, statutes, and regulations applicable to relevant area(s) of practice, as well as related areas of practice
  • Other business related duties as assigned or deemed requisite

What you'll bring:

  • Community College Certificate / Diploma or Degree in a Law Clerk / Paralegal or Urban Planning program, and / or equivalent experience working in a legal environment in a Law Clerk / Paralegal, Land Use Planner or Trademark Agent role
  • Law Clerk / Paralegal, Urban Planner or Trademark Agent certification / designation, depending on province.
  • A solid understanding of current legal terminology and excellent knowledge of federal and provincial statutes and procedures relevant to area(s) of practice
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated proficiency in all types of professional communications
  • Excellent multi-tasking abilities
  • Proven ability to manage a large workload volume, competing priorities and demands
  • Sound ability to adhere to and manage the demands associated with strict deadlines
  • Strong ability to problem solve with minimal supervision and direction
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Aderant
  • Sound ability to work independently, exercise initiative and follow instructions with minimal supervision
  • Sound ability to work well within a team environment

What we offer:

  • A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks' Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
  • A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
  • Flexible working options;
  • Maternity Leave Top-up;
  • A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
  • An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
  • Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
  • A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
  • Professional Development opportunities;
  • Employee appreciation events;
  • Charitable giving programs.

Who we are:

Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada's fastest-growing national business law firms, with strategically placed offices across the country. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, business services professionals and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.

Miller Thomson LLP is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.

Miller Thomson will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent department of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.

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