Associate Lawyer - Criminal and Immigration
Harry Brar Law Professional Corporation is a Licensed law firm based in Ontario, providing services in Immigration and Criminal Law. They are seeking an associate lawyer who is passionate about these areas of law, with responsibilities including daily court appearances, legal research, and client correspondence.
Responsibilities
- Daily court appearances for set dates – virtual or in person
- Travelling to different Courthouses
- Travelling to correctional centres to meet in-custody clients
- Running files independently without supervision
- Legal research
- Drafting factums, application and memos
- Corresponding with Crown Attorneys and court staff
- Conducting pretrials and trials
- Corresponding and meeting with clients
- Administrative tasks
- Any other related tasks that the principal lawyer may assign
Skills
- Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills
- Experience in drafting and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and agreements
- Proficiency with litigation processes, court procedures, and representation skills
- Effective communication, client relationship management, and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a hybrid work environment
- Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple cases efficiently
- Knowledge of relevant legal regulations and willingness to remain updated on legal industry developments
- Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Must be licensed to practice law as a lawyer in Ontario
- Passion for criminal law, immigration law, litigation, and going to court
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Highly organized and efficient
- Command of English language is a necessity
- Legal research skills will be highly valued
- Must have a vehicle as travel is part of the job
- 1 – 2 years' experience preferred
- Fluency in Punjabi or Hindi language will be an asset
- Prior experience is an asset but not mandatory
Benefits
- On site parking
- Three weeks of paid time off
- LSO Annual fees will be covered
- CPD programs will be covered
- Bonus Pay
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