Summary Legal Services Officer - Courts in the South Central Region

Find key facts and figures about working as a legal services officer - courts. The following information is applicable to all Paralegals and related occupations (NOC 42200).

Description

Paralegals prepare legal documents and conduct research to assist lawyers or other professionals. Independent paralegals provide legal services to the public as allowed by government legislation, or provide paralegal services on contract to law firms or other establishments. Justices of the peace administer oaths, issue subpoenas, summonses and warrants and perform other court-related duties such as conducting bail hearings. Notaries public administer oaths, take affidavits, sign legal documents and perform other activities according to the scope of their practice. Trademark agents advise clients on intellectual property matters. Paralegals are employed by law firms, by record search companies and in legal departments throughout the public and private sectors. Independent paralegals are usually

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$27.00/hour

Median wage in Manitoba

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in Manitoba

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Jobs

2 jobs

advertised in Manitoba

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Competencies

  • Writing
  • Oral Communication: Active Listening
  • Oral Communication: Oral Expression
  • Negotiating
  • Coordinating

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