Law Clerk

Employer

Trust Law

Languages

English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tasks

• Advise clients on legal proceedings
• Assemble documentary evidence in preparation for trial
• Be responsible for the administration of the estate and the distribution of assets
• Co-ordinate administrative services
• Draft contracts, prepare promissory notes and draw up wills, mortgages and other legal documents
• Help in preparing and completing applications for simple joint and uncontested divorces, domestic contracts and name changes
• Interview clients, witnesses and other related parties
• Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing systems
• Write trial briefs
• Administer oaths and take affidavits and depositions
• Prepare wills, real estate transactions and other legal documents, court reports and affidavits
• Receive affidavits, declarations and affirmations
• Schedule court trials
• Arrange pre-trial conferences and hearings
• Assist lawyers in preparation for mediation and judicial dispute resolutions
• Witness and certify the validity of signatures on documents
• Collect and record administrative and service fees
• Draft legal correspondence

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Client focus
• Team player

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years