Summary In-house Legal Counsel in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
Find key facts and figures about working as an in-house legal counsel. The following information is applicable to all Lawyers and Quebec notaries (NOC 41101).
Description
Lawyers and Quebec notaries advise clients on legal matters, represent clients before administration boards and draw up legal documents such as contracts and wills. Lawyers also plead cases, represent clients before tribunals and conduct prosecutions in courts of law. Lawyers are employed in law firms and prosecutor's offices. Quebec notaries are employed in notary offices. Both lawyers and Quebec notaries are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments and various business establishments or they may be self-employed. Articling students are included in this unit group.
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Requirements
University
This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).
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Wages
$56.41/hour
Median wage in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
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Jobs
4 jobs
advertised in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
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Competencies
- Time Management
- Writing
- Reading Comprehension
- Oral Communication: Active Listening
- Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension
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