Paralegal Intern

Job summary

Conduct legal research and assist with drafting, proofreading, and organizing case-related documents and files. Support attorneys by tracking deadlines, coordinating schedules and meetings, maintaining accurate case records, and performing clerical tasks.

Job details

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the collection and organization of documents and information from various cases at the firm. This candidate should feel comfortable relaying messages between various groups and keeping all documents important to the cases they are working on organized. Responsibilities Review and draft routine legal documents Create and maintain case files Facilitate the meeting of attorney's deadlines by keeping organized schedules and providing timely reminders Conduct legal research Qualifications Experience as a legal secretary or assistant or paralegal Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate Full job description Job Overview We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal Intern to join our legal team. This paid internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in legal research, document management, and case preparation within a dynamic environment. As a Paralegal Intern, you will support attorneys and legal staff by assisting with various administrative and substantive tasks that contribute to the smooth operation of our legal services. This role is ideal for individuals looking to develop their understanding of legal processes while honing essential skills such as research, writing, and organization. Responsibilities Conduct legal research using tools such as LexisNexis to gather relevant case law, statutes, and legal precedents Assist with drafting legal documents, including memos, summaries, and correspondence, ensuring clarity and accuracy Organize and maintain case files using iManage or similar document management systems Support project management efforts by tracking deadlines, managing schedules, and coordinating meetings or interviews with clients or witnesses Proofread and review legal documents for accuracy, consistency, and proper formatting Perform data entry tasks related to case information, ensuring all records are up-to-date and correctly filed Assist with clerical duties such as filing documents, answering phone inquiries with professional etiquette, and maintaining organized workspaces Experience Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a paralegal studies program or related field Prior administrative or clerical experience is highly desirable Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently Strong research skills with familiarity in legal databases like LexisNexis or Westlaw preferred Excellent writing skills for drafting clear and concise legal documents and correspondence Experience with legal drafting, proofreading, and editing is a plus Familiarity with project management tools and data entry processes enhances your candidacy This paid internship provides a valuable platform for aspiring legal professionals to develop practical skills while contributing meaningfully to our team. We look forward to welcoming enthusiastic individuals eager to learn and grow within the legal field! Pay: $18.00-$24.00 per hour Expected hours: 4.0 – 20.0 per week Benefits: Casual dress Flexible schedule Ability to commute/relocate: Pickering, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Licence/Certification: Paralegal Certificate (preferred) Location: Pickering, ON (preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pickering, ON

What you’ll do

Conduct legal research and assist with drafting, proofreading, and organizing case-related documents and files. Support attorneys by tracking deadlines, coordinating schedules and meetings, maintaining accurate case records, and performing clerical tasks.

Requirements

Candidates should be enrolled in or recently graduated from a paralegal studies program or a related field; a bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate is listed, with the certificate preferred. Strong organization, research, writing, and document-review skills are sought, while prior administrative experience and familiarity with legal databases and document-management tools are advantageous.

Benefits

• Casual Dress • Flexible Schedule

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Administrative Support · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Legal Research
• Legal Document Drafting
• Document Management
• Case File Organization
• Deadline Tracking
• Schedule Management
• Proofreading
• Editing
• Writing
• Data Entry
• Administrative Support
• Organization
• Communication
• LexisNexis
• Westlaw
• iManage

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative