Licensed Paralegal

About us: OTD Legal Services (also known as OTD Ticket Defenders Legal Services) is an Ontario-based legal firm specializing in defending drivers against traffic tickets, provincial offences, and minor criminal driving charges. Immediate Full-time Paralegal Position: OTD Legal Services is seeking a Licensed Paralegal to join our Cambridge team. Qualifications: Applicant must hold a valid P1 Licence. Applicant also must have a valid driver's licence with reliable transportation. The ideal candidate has confidence, excellent attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and manage time, critical thinking skills, strong written and verbal skills, and is computer proficient. Experience: Experience with the Highway Traffic Act/Provincial Offences Act/Summary Criminal charges is preferred but not required. Litigation experience is an asset. Paid training is provided. Responsibilities: General job duties include (but are not limited to) management of client files; client intake meetings in person and by phone; attendance at court for general appearances; managing court lists (scheduling); preparation for court including client meetings, case law research, witness interviews; resolution discussions with Crown/Prosecutors; reviewing and drafting legal documents; obtaining instructions from clients; reporting court results to clients (orally and in writing); administrative duties, telephone backup, and communication with other paralegal firms & agents. Job Type: This is a full-time, in-person position (hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday) in Cambridge.‎ Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Benefits: Paid time off, vision care, dental care, life insurance, extended health care Additional Compensation: E&O Insurance, CPD Courses, and Law Society Fees Remuneration: $50,000-$55,000 per year to start Contact: Email resume to Lisa Stroeder @ lisa.stroeder@otdlegal.ca

The role involves managing client files, conducting intake meetings, and representing clients in court for general appearances. Responsibilities also include legal research, drafting documents, and coordinating with prosecutors and other legal agents.

Applicants must hold a valid P1 Licence and a valid driver's licence with reliable transportation. While experience with the Highway Traffic Act or criminal charges is preferred, paid training is provided for the right candidate.

• Paid time off • Vision care • Dental care • Life insurance • Extended health care • E&O Insurance • CPD Courses • Law Society Fees

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• Case Law Research
• Legal Drafting
• Client Intake
• Litigation
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Computer Proficiency
• Attention To Detail
• Multi-tasking

• Legal
• Administrative

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

5 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level

Mode de candidature

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