Who is a Paralegal?

As a key member of the Legal team, the Paralegal will work independently to carry minor litigation files and provide litigation support to lawyers on the Legal Team. The Paralegal will also support the Legal Team with research and compliance matters, and the review and drafting of commercial agreements. 

What will you be doing?

Litigation and Dispute Resolution:

• Carriage of minor litigation files, including Small Claims, Human Rights, etc. within licensed scope of practice
• Draft and prepare pleadings, applications and other tribunal and court documents

Litigation Support: 

• Assist and support senior counsel in litigation claims
• Prepare initial drafts of documents as requested, including pleadings, affidavits of documents, etc.
• Conduct case specific research
• Manage document productions
• Assist with interviewing witnesses, assembling answers to undertakings, etc.

Corporate/Commercial: 

• Draft and review contracts
• Conduct legal research as requested on a wide range of commercial issues
• Prepare initial drafts of internal policies and procedures as requested
• Develop playbooks and precedent library to aid in contract drafting and review

Compliance and risk management support:

• Provide updates to senior members of the Legal Team regarding relevant legislative and regulatory developments 
• Assist Privacy Officer in responding to access requests and addressing instances of non-compliance
• Provide support to Marketing Department, including review of disclaimers and drafting contest rules

Do you have what it takes?

• Licensed member of the Law Society of Ontario, in Paralegal Class P1, in good standing
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience as a paralegal handling matters before small claims courts or various tribunals
• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent oral and written communication and advocacy skills Strong research skills
• Ability to work independently

What’s in it for you?

·        Ongoing training & development to ensure a long & successful career

·        Career advancement opportunities

·        Competitive Total Rewards Package

·        FREE Performance Fitness membership

·        Fun & energetic atmosphere to come to every day!

 At GoodLife Fitness, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees & members feel valued, respected & supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers & communities in which we live & serve. We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a manner that respects their dignity & that is equitable. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know & we will work with you to meet your needs.

Compensation:

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At GoodLife Fitness, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and members feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a manner that respects their dignity and that is equitable. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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