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Receptionist / Legal Assistant- job post Clinique juridique Roy McMurtry Legal Clinic (Stormont, Dun
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Clinique juridique Roy McMurtry Legal Clinic (Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry)
Job Description
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Clinique juridique Roy McMurtry Legal Clinic is a not‑for‑profit community legal clinic in Cornwall that is committed to access to justice for low‑income individuals living in SD&G. We value collaboration, respect, equity, and client‑centered services.
We are seeking a reliable, organized and personable Receptionist/Legal Assistant team member to support lawyers and paralegals with reception duties, client intake and document processing. Bilingualism in English and French is required. Receptionist duties are the principal responsibility in this position.
The position is full time permanent following a three-month probation period.
Key duties
Answer door/phone inquiries
Schedule appointments
Receive, scan, upload, and properly file incoming documents and client materials
Use practice management software: data entry, updating matters, tracking deadlines
Manage and update schedules
Liaise with community partners
Provide some file support to lawyers and paralegals (opening/closing files, maintaining file integrity, filing documents electronically, preparing documents for notary)
Type and prepare letters, intake forms, and routine correspondence
Assist clients with completing simple forms
Maintain confidentiality and follow clinic policies and legal recordkeeping standards
Qualifications & skills
Previous experience as a receptionist, administrative staff, or in client services (experience in a legal clinic or community organization an asset)
Bilingual in English and French — strong oral and written skills in both
Familiarity with practice management software (experience with CIMS is an asset)
Strong written and verbal communication skills; accurate document preparation
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple files
Comfortable working with vulnerable and low‑income clients; compassionate, patient, and professional
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common office equipment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; reliable and punctual
What we offer
Starting salary: $53,075.41 (37.5 hours per week)
Comprehensive benefits package after three months
Defined benefit pension plan with employer/employee contributions of 5.5% each
Supportive, mission‑driven workplace
Application Deadline: Friday August 21st, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., or until position is filled.
Please send a cover letter and resume via Indeed.
If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and are committed to equity and inclusion. Only those selected for an interview will
Clinique juridique Roy McMurtry Legal Clinic is a not‑for‑profit community legal clinic in Cornwall that is committed to access to justice for low‑income individuals living in SD&G. We value collaboration, respect, equity, and client‑centered services.
We are seeking a reliable, organized and personable Receptionist/Legal Assistant team member to support lawyers and paralegals with reception duties, client intake and document processing. Bilingualism in English and French is required. Receptionist duties are the principal responsibility in this position.
The position is full time permanent following a three-month probation period.
Key duties
Answer door/phone inquiries
Schedule appointments
Receive, scan, upload, and properly file incoming documents and client materials
Use practice management software: data entry, updating matters, tracking deadlines
Manage and update schedules
Liaise with community partners
Provide some file support to lawyers and paralegals (opening/closing files, maintaining file integrity, filing documents electronically, preparing documents for notary)
Type and prepare letters, intake forms, and routine correspondence
Assist clients with completing simple forms
Maintain confidentiality and follow clinic policies and legal recordkeeping standards
Qualifications & skills
Previous experience as a receptionist, administrative staff, or in client services (experience in a legal clinic or community organization an asset)
Bilingual in English and French — strong oral and written skills in both
Familiarity with practice management software (experience with CIMS is an asset)
Strong written and verbal communication skills; accurate document preparation
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple files
Comfortable working with vulnerable and low‑income clients; compassionate, patient, and professional
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common office equipment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; reliable and punctual
What we offer
Starting salary: $53,075.41 (37.5 hours per week)
Comprehensive benefits package after three months
Defined benefit pension plan with employer/employee contributions of 5.5% each
Supportive, mission‑driven workplace
Application Deadline: Friday August 21st, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., or until position is filled.
Please send a cover letter and resume via Indeed.
If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and are committed to equity and inclusion. Only those selected for an interview will
