The Paralegal is part of the YWCA Legal Education Team and supports the program lawyers with case management and with the creation of educational and advocacy materials on family law issues related to intimate partner violence.  

What you’ll be doing:    

• Client and File management – assisting the program lawyers in scheduling and managing caseload and communicating with clients, opposing parties and other parties;  

• Legal Writing and Drafting – assist the program lawyers by drafting legal documents and writing correspondence;  

• Research – conducting legal research and drafting memos for the program lawyers;  

• Court and Trial Preparation – preparing trial binders, documents, authorities, and preparation of clients and witnesses for court appearances;   

• Creation of Education and Advocacy Materials – work with the program lawyers to create and deliver workshops on issues related to family law, intimate partner violence and child apprehensions; and   

• Other duties as assigned.    

What you’ll need:    

• Minimum educational requirement: A paralegal diploma.  Previous experience in a similar role and/or lived experience would be an asset;  

• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills;  

• Good time management skills and attention to detail;  

• A feminist and intersectional understanding of intimate partner and family violence;  

• An interest in a trauma informed approach to the practice of law;  

• Motivated to work independently and as part of a team;    

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Zoom;   

• Experience using Clio and Divorcemate an asset;  

• Willingness to use Safetyline, Relias, ADP Workforce Now;   

• Must be able to work at the program’s physical office location and deliver in-person services as required; and   

• A clear Criminal Record Check working with vulnerable populations will be   

       required.  

What we offer:     

• Extended medical and dental benefits     

• A defined benefit pension plan (MPP)   

• Pregnancy, parental and adoption leave top up  

• 15 vacation days and 3 personal days  

• Employee Family Assistance Program, a confidential and voluntary support service for employees and their eligible family members    

• Flexible working arrangements for applicable positions    

• A workplace that prioritizes employee health, safety and well-being, including many learning and growth opportunities such as our employee mentorship program and three equity committees that help to support our goals towards achieving meaningful equity and inclusion.   

• Free staff membership to our Health + Fitness Centre   

• Discounts at our Hotel Willo   

• Priority in YWCA Child Care centres  

Pay Rate: $31.94 per hour