Municipal Legal Services Assistant

Coordinate municipal legal services for the County through legal research, document drafting, and organized communication with counsel and departments.

Reporting to the Manager, this Legal Assistant supports the Legal Services department with requests, legal information, workload, and costs. The position coordinates internal and external counsel, tracks matters, and prepares reports. It also supports litigation administration, records, and Access to Information Act requests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate the County’s legal services request system
• Coordinate matters between departments and external lawyers
• Draft correspondence and memorandums for lawyer review
• Conduct case law, corporate registry, and land titles searches
• Monitor legal expenditures and prepare periodic reports

Requirements:

• Legal Assistant Diploma and three years’ legal support experience
• Municipal government knowledge and policy awareness
• Strong communication, drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice software experience
• Knowledge of legal research resources and file management

Apply legal administration, research, drafting, and coordination skills while supporting accountable municipal legal services for the County.

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