Paralegals Specific Skills

Research records, court files and other legal documents; Draft legal correspondence and perform general office and clerical duties

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Tight deadlines

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Spreadsheet; MS Excel; MS Windows; MS Word; Legal software applications; Database management; MS Office; MS Outlook

Notaries Public Specific Skills

Witness and certify the validity of signatures on documents; Draft contracts, prepare promissory notes and draw up wills, mortgages and other legal documents

Major Work Area Real estate

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

In-house training from a law firm or law clerk program

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English