Paralegal - Mississauga, Canada - KIA CANADA INC

KIA CANADA INC

Verified Company

Mississauga, Canada

15 hours ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Paralegal will serve as a legal support person to Kia Canada and provide support to Kia Canada's General Counsel.

Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are required. This role would be suitable for a self-starter who is comfortable and confident in a fast-paced environment. Excellent negotiation skills are required, as well as the ability to prioritize competing demands. Litigation management experience required.

Litigation Management

Independently manage Small Claims Court matters from jurisdictions across Canada, from opening of file to close in a strategic and efficient manner. Drafting letters to the Courts and plaintiffs, investigating facts of a case, engaging inspections when necessary, and representing Kia Canada in negotiations, settlement conferences, and trials.
Handing all Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) related cases and supporting customer disputes.
Manage escalated customer complaints, Office of Consumer Protection complaints, and Advertising Standards Canada complaints.
Support Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel on Superior Court Matters and litigation reporting to headquarters.

Administrative Duties

Act as the intake officer for inquiries from internal business units, where you will be expected to obtain the relevant facts for discussion with Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel.
Along with the Legal Support Coordinator, oversee the department "to do list", which is a comprehensive list of all tasks to be completed by the Paralegal, Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel.
Complete billing of invoices.
Provide monthly litigation reports and quarterly invoice reports.
Complete research as needed.
Perform training presentations as required.

Skills / Knowledge / Experience / Education Required

Completion of a relevant postsecondary program and/or at least 4 years' experience in a legal administrative/support role in a law firm/legal department.
Must possess strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize with attention to detail priorities often change.
Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills you will liaise with many people from outside counsel to internal business units.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Automotive Industry knowledge preferable.
Bilingualism in French and English is an asset