Paralegal - Toronto, Canada - Ministry of the Attorney General

Ministry of the Attorney General

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Are you committed to ensuring justice for adults with disabilities? Would you like to play a vital role in protecting the interests of incapable adults?

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What can I expect to do in this role?: In this role, under the guidance of Counsel, you will:

interview witnesses, prepare statements and gather and assess evidence such as legal files and medical records

- act as liaison between the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) and various individuals on a variety of issues

How do I qualify?:

Legal Knowledge:

You can:
- prepare legal documents (i.e. affidavits, pleadings, facta, notices of motion, compendia, consents and orders)
- ensure compliance with related legislation and regulations
- review and attempt to mediate disputes between competing applicants for guardianship
- respond to inquiries from members of the legal profession and the public to accurately relay information on behalf of Counsel
- provide paralegal support in real estate, litigation, estates and trust, and legal matters

Research and Analytical Skills:

You can:

analyze and select content portions which are useful to the questions asked

- complete information pertinent to case histories and determine the relevance to legal issues involved
- identify and investigate allegations of financial abuse
- conduct investigations on the compliance of private guardians and conditional certificates, and review complaints
- determine action on complaints with respect to private statutory guardians or court-appointed guardians

Accounting Knowledge:

You can:
- analyze complex financial information while reviewing accounts of attorneys, guardians and trustees for court passing
- carry out financial analysis in accordance with legislative requirements

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

You can:

liaise with all levels of staff, government, the public, legal profession and clients

- prepare documentation and correspondence

Computer Skills:

You can manipulate text to produce complex letters, memoranda and legal documents according to established procedures
You are able to enter, track and update computerized systems, prepare reports/briefings and conduct searches

Additional Information:

Address:

1 Temporary, duration up to 9 months, 595 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union
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Schedule:
3
Category:
Legal Services
Posted on:
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Note:

Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results.

If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision.

The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled.

Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.