O’Connor MacLeod Hanna (OMH) is the largest full-service law firm in the Halton Region.
We offer employment opportunities to talented lawyers, students, legal assistants and law clerks, admin support, and accounting professionals. Our firm members are proud to call OMH their employer, and we are pleased to have an incredible team of talented individuals.
At OMH, we look for intelligent, ethical, and driven individuals. We pride ourselves on being a place where firm members, clients, and the community feel welcome. Our staff is passionate about the law, open to learning, and genuinely care about each other, their work, and their clients. Regardless of the position, the ideal candidate is committed to improving themselves, the firm, and the community.
Top talent is always welcome
We believe in giving our staff the autonomy to do fulfilling work and grow their careers. Our shared vision for our clients, firm, and community bonds us. We offer development opportunities for all staff, diverse and complex work, and the ability to get involved in our firm and the broader community.
Our junior and senior firm members believe in respect, collegiality, and inclusion. At OMH, everyone can excel and contribute to the firm’s success. With firm-wide events and a robust social committee, we focus on making OMH a place where people are excited to come to work.
We have an open-door policy and believe in fostering an environment of interconnected professionals who collaborate to achieve the best possible results. Whether it’s a question, concern, or a quick brainstorm, we make the time for our colleagues to help everyone achieve their best results.
We work hard, but we don’t forget to have some fun along the way. OMH has a very active and creative social committee. Social events at the firm have included everything from fine dining at our Christmas parties to croquet and bocce ball barbecues on the front lawn of our premises. We have escaped from locked rooms, cruised the great lakes, ridden the iron horse through the Credit Valley, walked the tight ropes in Blue Mountain, attended the horse races at Mohawk Raceway and taken in a show at Stage West, among numerous other events.
We also understand that a thriving life outside of the work environment positively contributes to work morale and output; OMH believes in maintaining a work-life balance, and we give our firm members the space and time to keep active and healthy personal lives.
Student Articling Programs
At OMH, we are committed to helping our students develop their legal and professional talents.
We offer our students opportunities for mentorship across practice areas and social events to help them feel connected to the OMH community. As a full-service firm, we offer diverse work opportunities and the ability to find your niche in the legal field. We want to invest in you as a person; to achieve this, we offer a work-life balance that will allow you to perform your best and achieve a thriving personal and professional life.
We see our students as our future partners. As a firm, we form strong relationships with our students and are committed to rehiring those who demonstrate a passion for law, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
Current Opportunities
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Part-Time Corporate Legal Assistant
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O'Connor MacLeod Hanna LLP is a full-service law firm with a well-established practice in the heart of Oakville. We are known for practical legal advice, excellent client service, and strong community involvement.
We offer a collegial, team-oriented, diverse, and inclusive workplace in which lawyers and staff are supported in developing their skills and contributing meaningfully to client service.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Part-Time Corporate Legal Assistant to support our Corporate Legal Department in Oakville. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day legal and administrative support to two or more lawyers and will work closely with clients, firm personnel, government offices, and service providers.
· Location: Oakville, Ontario
· Schedule: Part-time, approximately 20 Hours per week
· Compensation: $28 per hour
Key Responsibilities
· Maintain and update physical and electronic corporate minute books and records.
· Prepare routine annual resolutions, annual returns, director and officer changes and registered-office changes.
· Prepare and organize documents for incorporations under lawyer supervision.
· Prepare and file PPSA and business name registrations, renewals and amendments.
· Manage calendars, diarize filing and transaction deadlines, and follow up on outstanding documents and signatures with clients.
· Open, maintain, and close client files; update client and matter information; organize correspondence and closing records; and assist with billing and invoice preparation.
· Communicate professionally with clients, lawyers, accountants, government offices, financial institutions, and service providers.
· Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with firm policies, privacy obligations of clients, and records-management procedures.
· Perform other related corporate legal assistant and administrative duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills
- At least two (2) years of experience as a corporate legal assistant or corporate law clerk in a law firm or legal department, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Working knowledge of Ontario and federal corporate filing practices and corporate records.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and document-production skills.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively with lawyers and staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and professional interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Word and Outlook; experience with OnCorp, Appara and GhostPractice would be an asset.
- Demonstrated discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
How to Apply
Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter, in confidence, to jobs@omh.ca with “Part-Time Corporate Legal Assistant” in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
O'Connor MacLeod Hanna LLP is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in any stage of the selection process.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oakville, ON L6K 3W5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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