562 Legal Professionals jobs in Canada

About Us:

We are a growing law firm based in Brampton, Ontario, dedicated to providing practical and strategic legal services to a wide range of clients. Our practice areas include Commercial Law, Employment Law, Business Sales & Purchase, Real Estate Law, Civil and Commercial Litigation and Immigration Law. We pride ourselves on a client-focused approach and a collaborative work environment.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will assist with managing files, preparing legal documents, and supporting our lawyers across multiple practice areas. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a dynamic legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

· Prepare, draft, and review legal documents and correspondence

· Manage client files from intake to closing, including document organization and e-filing

· Assist with commercial transactions, real estate closings, employment matters, and immigration applications

· Draft agreements, purchase and sale documents, and employment-related contracts

· Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, real estate agents, and government agencies

· Conduct legal research and provide summaries

· Track deadlines, schedule appointments, and support day-to-day office operations

Qualifications:

· Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution

· 1–3 years of relevant experience in a law firm (preferably in Ontario)

· Strong knowledge of legal procedures and documentation requirements in Ontario

· Proficiency with legal software such as Clio, PCLaw, Teraview, Conveyancer, Unity, and MS Office

· Experience in working on files for residential real estate closings in Ontario

· Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills

· Ability to handle multiple files and work independently under supervision

Preferred Assets:

· Experience with legal research

· Familiarity with business purchase and sale transactions

· Prior work in a small to mid-sized law firm

Compensation:

Competitive compensation based on experience, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment.

How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to , with the subject line: "Legal Assistant Application – (Your Name)"

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.20-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Our busy Personal Injury law office is looking for a full time legal assistant.

Our ideal candidate must have sufficient computer knowledge specifically with Microsoft office suite (word, outlook) and Adobe PDF; excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work well with others.

In addition, the role requires the following:

• Drafting letters and memos from dictation;
• Scanning and filing executed documents;
• E-Filing court documents;
• Maintaining and updating, file organization and management;
• Arranging various client appointments including scheduling of questioning;
• Ordering and providing response to undertakings;
• Drafting of Pleadings including Affidavit of Records, Statement of Claims, Bill of Costs;
• Completing mediation briefs and settlement proposals from dictation;
• Completion of final accounts and closing documents;
• Using precedent letters to request records from various offices;

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to use Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF;
• Confident with working well independently;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to work 40 hours per week (full time).

Yanko & Popovic offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person

Position Overview

This position provides operational support to the Chief Legal Officer and the HR Leadership Team. The role combines expertise in legal administration, corporate governance, and HR operations. The individual must be detail-oriented, proactive, highly organized and must be able to work independently in a fast-paced public company environment while handling confidential information.

Essential Job Functions

Legal Operations & Corporate Governance

• Provide key support to the Chief Legal Officer across legal and governance matters.
• Create and maintain process documentation to streamline internal workflows.
• Keep legal files organized and properly labelled according to established nomenclature.
• Develop and maintain the full contract lifecycle: template creation/editing, workflow optimization in Ironclad, approvals, renewals, and signature tracking.
• Maintain corporate governance documentation and records in compliance with the company standards.
• Coordinate logistics for board and committee meetings, and annual general meetings including scheduling, preparing agendas, meeting minutes, resolutions and meeting materials, and administering the board portal.
• Responsible for SEDI filings and related securities compliance.
• Support legal due diligence processes related to various corporate initiatives.
• Assist with drafting, redlining, proofreading, and executing legal and HR documents.
• Conduct legal research and benchmarking.
• Maintain trackers for legal matters, legal invoices and deadlines.
• Oversee eSignature processes (DocuSign) and database tracking.
• Undertake ad hoc projects, administrative duties, and executive support tasks, as assigned.

Human Resources Operations

• Administer HRIS and consultant talent management systems (BambooHR, Checkr, Worksuite), including overseeing onboarding/offboarding workflows.
• Manage employee equity grants and settlement workflows.
• Keep HR files organized.
• Monitor consulting agreement expirations and renewals.
• Prepare and maintain various templates for employment agreements, amendments, equity incentive documents, and process documentation.
• Coordinate and track performance reviews, policy acknowledgments, AODA training, and other compliance requirements.
• Create and maintain HR surveys, forms, and process documentation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in legal operations or legal administration.
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills, with proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and advanced proofreading skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
• Proven dependability and punctuality.
• Comfortable with learning new tools, processes and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in contract management and productivity tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, DocuSign, and Slack. Experience working with BambooHR, WorkSuite, Ledgy, and Checkr is an asset.
• Prior public company experience is an asset

About Us

Founded in 2020, FIKA has quickly grown into one of Canada's fastest-growing lifestyle brand redefining cannabis retailer, operating over 200 stores across six provinces. As we continue to expand, our high-performing legal team plays a critical role in navigating complex transactions, governance, compliance, and M&A on a national scale. We are seeking a driven Legal Counsel to partner closely with our General Counsel on mission-critical legal matters and help shape that span corporate, transactional, regulatory, and employment issues.

Title

Legal Counsel

Reports To

General Counsel

Summary

As Legal Counsel, you will provide day-to-day legal support across the business, with a core focus on corporate and commercial matters. You will be involved in transactions, contract negotiation, compliance, and governance, while also gaining exposure to real estate, regulatory, employment, litigation. This role is ideal for a lawyer eager to accelerate their in-house career by working closely with a General Counsel in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Skills & Attributes

• Business-minded with the ability to deliver practical, risk-balanced advice.
• Comfortable adopting and working with legal technology platforms, contract management systems, and AI-enabled tools.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative and able to build strong relationships across departments.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements (e.g., NDAs, service agreements, vendor contracts, leases, SaaS agreements, licensing agreements).
• Support corporate and transactional work, including M&A, corporate structuring, financings.
• Assist with corporate governance, including board and shareholder matters, minute books, and corporate record-keeping.
• Support real estate and leasing matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating lease agreements, renewals, amendments and related documents, as well as coordinating with landlords.
• Provide legal support on employment and labour matters.
• Monitor and advise on regulatory and compliance requirements
• Liaise with provincial and federal regulatory bodies on licensing, compliance, and related matters, ensuring the company maintains good standing and proactively addresses regulatory issues.
• Assist with management of the company's intellectual property portfolio (primarily trademarks).
• Conduct legal research and prepare practical, business-oriented advice for stakeholders across the organization.
• Support implementation of corporate policies and risk management frameworks
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Operations, Regulatory and Real Estate teams to advance business initiatives.
• Leverage legal technology and AI tools to streamline contract review, research, document management, and compliance processes, contributing to greater efficiency across the legal function.
• Such other duties and functions as the Company may assign to the Employee from time to time;

Qualification

• Member in good standing of the Ontario Bar (J.D. required).
• 1–5 years of post-call experience, ideally at a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
• Solid foundation in corporate/commercial law, with strong experience in contracts and transactions.
• Exposure real estate, employment, regulatory, or litigation matters is an asset.

The FIKA Company respects the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.

*Thank you for your interest and application, only those selected for next steps will be contacted. *

• Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
• Langue de travail: Anglais
• Heures de travail: 30 hours per week
• Education:
• Expérience:
• Education
  
• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Work setting
  
• General law practice
• Tasks
  
• Coordinate the flow of information
• Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Train staff
• Maintain filing system
• Record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings or conferences
• Determine and establish office procedures and routines
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents
• Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage
• Computer and technology knowledge
  
• MS Word
• MS Office
• Electronic mail
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• WordPerfect
• Area of work experience
  
• Contracts
• Correspondence
• Invoices
• Reports and records
• Management
• Security and safety
  
• Criminal record check
• Work conditions and physical capabilities
  
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload
• Experience
  
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Health benefits
  
• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits
  
• Bonus
• Other benefits
  
• Free parking available
• Support for newcomers and refugees
  
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition

The Legal Counsel will play a key role in supporting Stellantis Canada's business objectives by delivering strategic, solution-oriented legal advice, with a focus on privacy and commercial, sales and marketing matters. In addition, will effectively manage external counsel support and budget. This role reports to the Stellantis Canada General Counsel and requires a curious individual with superior negotiation skills, excellent judgment, and the ability to build influential relationships with the Canadian leadership team.

The Legal Counsel will serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to diverse business units across Stellantis Canada. They will be expected to establish and maintain effective working relationships, founded on trust and transparency, with our internal and external partners and to address complex legal and business issues in an accurate, clear and thorough manner. They must exercise sound judgment and have excellent communication skills. The ability to drive decisions to consensus and influence change is a must.

The candidate must be prepared to support a fast-changing automotive landscape, marked by autonomous vehicle technology, connectivity, and a transformative consumer data platform.

Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Develop influential relationships, mutual trust, and collaborative partnerships within the Canadian Sales and Marketing leadership team, Human Resources and other business partners
• Collaborate with Stellantis Canada business partners and Global Legal colleagues on strategic North American initiatives, with a focus on privacy and data security compliance
• Support and advise the Sales and Marketing team, including reviewing sales and marketing materials and contracts to ensure legal compliance
• Support and advise business units of potential risks associated with all aspects of Stellantis Canada's operations and deliver risk mitigation solutions to meet company objectives and reduce risk exposure
• Develop and maintain an understanding of Stellantis' North American business, product roadmaps, go-to-market strategy, and competition
• Monitor legal trends to ensure business leaders are provided with up-to-date guidance on legal risks and compliance

FCA Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodation for people with accessibility needs due to disabilities in all aspects of the hiring process. If you request an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs due to disability.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum SIX (6) years of relevant legal experience
• Licensed to practice law in Ontario, Canada
• Able and willing to travel to Windsor, ON occasionally or a few times a month
• Proven experience in strategic commercial, sales and marketing reviews and compliance
• Experience and expertise with privacy laws and legal risk
• Curious and strategic thinker with a deep understanding of business goals and priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams and executive management
• Ability to manage multiple projects to critical deadlines and prioritize multiple complex issues in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional writing, communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, highly-matrixed global environment
• Persistent problem-solver who proposes business-oriented solutions to complex issues
• Agile and process-oriented, with the ability to simplify and automate workflows
• Legally eligible to work on Canada

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience as in-house legal counsel, with a demonstrated ability to provide strategic legal guidance within a corporate environment
• In-depth knowledge of corporate law along with corporate secretarial experience
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks applicable to the automotive sector
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both official languages

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

CL4 Legal Assistant

Regular/full-time

Term Full -time (6 month)

Manitoba Justice

Legal Services Branch, Crown Law

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44467

Salary(s): CL4 $55, $64,777.00 per year

Closing Date: September 7, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Legal Services Branch functions as the law firm to the Government of Manitoba. It provides a full range of high quality legal services to all government departments and all agencies, boards, commissions, committees and corporations which do not have their own legal counsel, resulting in a varied work experience.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and a resume. See below for further instructions.

Click here to access the application form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

• Satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks
• Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening - Level 4

Qualifications:

Essential

• Experience performing a full range of legal assistant duties in a civil law environment, such as litigation, corporate commercial, real estate and family law, and performing support duties such as typing, maintaining filing systems, including research and investigative work
• Effective written communication skills with experience drafting, proofreading/editing and managing correspondence such as (but not limited to) letters, memos, forms and complex legal documents, such as agreements, transfers of title, closing books, orders, affidavits and briefs
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct analysis and handle non-routine issues
• Ability to manage confidential and politically sensitive material/situations in an appropriate manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to work in a high pressure and time sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines
• Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure accuracy of work
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively with Ministers, judiciary, senior managers, other departmental staff, external agencies and the general public
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work co-operatively and constructively as part of a team
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), Adobe or equivalent software

Desired

• Experience searching Land Titles, Personal Property Registry, King's Bench Registry and extra-provincial court registries
• Experience using Quicklaw, Westlaw, and related internet searches
• Successful completion of a legal assistant training program

Duties:

The Legal Assistant is often the first point of contact for clients on many different types of matters and provides administrative support to multiple Crown Counsel. The position is responsible for ensuring files are properly prepared and relevant information is located, analyzed, and brought to the attention of Crown counsel; making inquiries and conducting appropriate searches (e.g. at Court Offices, Land Titles and Registry Offices); preparing correspondence and legal documents, entering time data for legal billing system, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and other duties as assigned; maintaining files and document management systems, including organizing and indexing case law, legal opinions, files, precedents and other legal resources.

Advertisement # 44467

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9

Phone:

Fax:

Email:

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and a resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under "Apply to" to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Click here to access the application form.

WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Company Description

Elsafadi Law is a law practice company based out of Edmonton, AB, Canada. Known for its commitment to providing high-quality legal services, Elsafadi Law is renowned for its strong legal expertise and client-focused approach. Located at 10807 Castle Downs Rd NW #214B, the firm is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its clients with professionalism and integrity.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Legal Assistant. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for preparing legal documents, assisting with administrative tasks, and providing support to the legal team. Candidates will need to conduct research, manage communication with clients, and ensure the smooth operation of the office. This is an on-site role located in Edmonton, AB.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Law and Legal Document Preparation
• Effective Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Experience in Administrative Assistance
• Proficiency and experience as a Legal Assistant
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies or a related field is preferred

North & Company LLP

600 Chancery Court

220 4th Street S.

Lethbridge, AB T1J 4J7

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Corporate Legal Assistant to join our team. This role involves supporting our corporate lawyers by preparing, filing, and maintaining legal documents, managing corporate records, and assisting with corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will be experienced, highly organized, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file documents for Alberta and federal incorporations.
• Assist with amendment, continuances, amalgamations, dissolutions, and revivals.
• Handle extra-provincial registrations and renewals across Canada.
• Prepare business name and partnership registrations.
• Maintain and update corporate records and minute books, both physical and digital.
• Prepare annual returns, resolutions, and corporate governance/compliance documents.
• Draft resolutions, share certificates, share transfers, registers, ledgers, and related documents.
• Conduct due diligence, corporate searches (CORES), and NUANS name searches.
• Assist lawyers with corporate transactions such as asset/share purchases and reorganizations.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies (e.g., Alberta Corporate Registry), and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely corporate databases.

Require Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience as a corporate paralegal/legal assistant in Alberta.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Typing speed of at least 45 WPM.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manager multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

About You:

You are an energetic professional who thrives in both independent and team settings. You bring strong time management, communication skills, and a commitment to accuracy. You are eager to grow within the role and support our clients with professionalism and care.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank everyone for their interest however, only the candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and enrich the services we provide. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who identify as members of historically underrepresented groups. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know—we are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible hiring process.