Education: Bachelor's degree. Tasks: Co-ordinate administrative services. Administer oaths and take affidavits and depositions. Prepare wills, real estate transactions and other legal documents, court reports and affidavits. Receive affidavits, declarations and affirmations. Represent clients in small claims court and in other lower court proceedings, at tribunals and before administrative bodies. Administer oaths. Research records, court files and other legal documents. Assist lawyers in preparation for mediation and judicial dispute resolutions. Conduct bail hearings. Witness and certify the validity of signatures on documents. Release defendants on judges' orders. Draft legal correspondence. Explain rights and obligations to defendants. Perform civil marriages. Hear evidence at trials on summary conviction offences and may preside over trials of criminal offences. Call courts of law to order, read charges and take pleas from defendants. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Large caseload. Large workload. Personal suitability: Accurate. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Client focus. Dependability. Initiative. Reliability. Team player. Experience: Experience an asset.