Law Clerk

Job Description

<p><b>WE ARE GROWING AGAIN!</b></p><p><br></p><p>Being a part of PRA Group Canada means you are valued! This is a place where your skills and experience contribute to help build our organization’s success. </p><p><br></p><p>PRA Group Canada is an organization whose mission is to offer nonperforming loan solutions to customers in a respectful, ethical way. We go the extra mile to ensure the experience of all original account owners is professional, flexible, and customer oriented.</p><p><br></p><p>Are you a talented individual who is committed to quality work? Do you thrive in a company culture that is positive, engaging, and supports professional growth in a team environment?</p><p><br></p><p>Bring your legal knowledge and skills to PRA Group Canada as a Law Clerk! You will be part of a team of legal professionals, including Paralegals, Law Clerks, Legal Collectors and administrators.</p><p><br></p><p><b>What you will do:</b></p><p>Reporting to the Supervisor of Legal Support Administration, this role will support the daily operations of the Legal Department. In this role, you will manage an individual file load and prepare documents for court. </p><p><br></p><p>More specifically, your duties will include:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Preparing files for legal actions (i.e., plaintiff’s claims)</li><li>Managing and working an active legal queue</li><li>Drafting small claims court documents (i.e., affidavits, default judgments, garnishments, liens, motions, terms of settlements, letters, etc.)</li><li>Drafting and executing file closure documents</li><li>Meeting all legal action process deadlines</li><li>Working closely with various agents and court offices</li><li>Providing updates of file status</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What you will bring:</b></p><p>If you are attentive to detail and have excellent organizational skills, we’d like to meet you!</p><p><br></p><p>Other qualifications include:</p><ul><li>Law Clerk Diploma or Paralegal Program graduate</li><li>Understanding of the Ontario Small Claims process and/or creditor’s rights</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)</li><li>Strong communication skills and attention to detail</li><li>Ability to multitask and meet deadlines</li><li>Previous experience in collections and/or small claims court procedure is preferred</li><li>Previous experience in a law firm or legal department is preferred</li><li>Familiarity with online filing procedures for small claims court (Service Ontario and Justice Services Online) is preferred</li><li>Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset</li><li>Pass criminal background check</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What sets us apart:</b></p><p>PRA Group Canada values its employees and offers innovative programs that promote teamwork, positive morale, and employee recognition. In today’s ever-changing work environment, we pride ourselves on our commitment to work/life balance. At PRA, we know company success is derived from the efforts of all our talented and hardworking employees. We are committed to delivering a total rewards program, including:</p><ul><li>Annual incentive program</li><li>Full training and ongoing upskill training </li><li>Three weeks of vacation</li><li>Five paid days of sick and family responsibility leave</li><li>Group health and dental program at minimal cost to employees</li><li>Pension plan</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Recognition programs</li><li>Positive work/life balance</li></ul><p><br></p><p>We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those selected to participate in the interview process. We are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) legislation. Accommodations will be provided upon request.</p>