Bilingual Legal Aid Worker (6 months)

**Company Bio** Legal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients. As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law. If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below. **Primary function** This position provides legal administrative support for all staff at the Refugee Law Office in Ottawa. We are seeking someone with the ability to work co-operatively as part of a team. The successful candidate will be highly organized, have strong attention to detail, and preferably have previous administrative experience in a law office. We are also seeking someone who has a demonstrated empathy towards vulnerable persons, including persons with precarious immigration status. Home position: Ottawa - Refugee Law Office Secondary Location: Not Applicable Services are currently provided both virtually and on site, with minimal "on-site" supervision. Flexibility is required based on operational needs. Reporting to: Manager, Legal Services **Key accountabilities** * Assists management and staff with intakes, summary legal advice, litigation files, and other office related tasks as required. * Prepares client files using applicable client management software, including opening and closing files, distributing disclosures, docket and record keeping and reporting. * Provides administrative support staff at the Refugee Law Office in Ottawa with various tasks such as drafting correspondence, arranging interpreter or doctor appointments, arranging couriers and process servers, contacting clients and service providers, etc. * Prepares litigation materials under the supervision of counsel, including compiling documents using PDF software and drafting affidavits. * Liaises with clients and other service providers, internal and external, including private bar counsel, court-based services, doctors and psychiatrists, as required. * Additional, specific duties as outlined by RLO management. **Required skills & experience** * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, research skills, and attention to detail. * This position is a designated bilingual position, candidates must be able to provide services in both English and French. * Ability to multi-task, to work collaboratively as part of a team, and to work well under pressure. * Proven ability to learn, develop and adapt to new or modified policies and procedures in a changing environment. * Intermediate to advanced skill level in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook,Excel, and PDF software. * Previous administrative, law clerk experience or experience in a law office an asset * Experience in a cl