counsel

project manager

THE LAW SOCIETY OF UPPER CANADA

A typical day consists of various duties including security checkpoint procedures, internal and exterior patrols, interaction with the public and staff.

This job provided me with a special knowledge of the history of the Canadian Legal and Judicial System.

Management prefers to be hands-on and involved with the security staff on a regular basis.

The staff is a cohesive and well-trained unit of security professionals

The hardest part of the job would be the challenges posed by guests and patrons unaware of the purpose of the Law Society of Upper Canada.

The most enjoyable part of the job was the satisfaction that a good day's work means a historical landmark in the city of Toronto is taken care of and will continue to be taken care of.

The work was very fulfilling where you felt like you were making a difference and helping people.  There was no typical day at work.  Many staff had been in the department for years and were very experienced and knowledgeable.  A few years after I started, management changed.  They were not qualified and did not manage or trust experienced staff enough to do the work.  Micro-managing seemed to become the norm and they got bogged down in process and could not see big picture.  The backlog of work grew exponentially with no relief. Culture changed and the stress started affecting daily work.

Strives to maintain its Top Employer status, so has introduced a number of initiatives to do so - flexible work arrangements, health and wellness program, commitment to diversity and inclusion. Lots of opportunity for entry-level and intermediate level employees to move around - gain experience in other areas. Not so much at the senior level. Promotes cross-functional work. Lots of smart, talented people to learn from and enjoy working with.

I learned a lot in legal matters and I hope I will be able to use this experience in my future career.
The hardest part of the job, was for me to get familiar with all the legal terms.
The most enjoyable part, I would say was to see the lawyer candidates being finally called to the bar after having worked so hard.
Overall, I had a great experience, I wish I could have stayed longer but I was covering for a maternity leave and there was no other opening for me.

A challenging environment that can offer lots of potential growth. 

Different challenges are posed everyday that offer valuable transferrable skills growth such as dealing with client care, communications, typing communication bulletins, and working with confidential, highly time-sensitive information.

It is always busy at the Law Society. Time just flies by. 
I have learned to be more organized and how to be more precise in writing. 
The best management I have seen so far in my career.
In the Law Society I did not find a typical corporate culture. Your hard works is always recognized and appreciated and you always get constructive feedback.

Manager at the time in By-Law Administrative Services Department was exceptional.  Always had his staff's best interest at heart.  always listened to our concerns, had a open door policy and always assisted us no matter the question. Colleagues were friendly and helpful.  Great team environment.

Good place to work, organization truly believes in a work life balance. Great people, flexible work hours and great benefits. Only true drawbacks are that some times the benchers get too involved in running the day to day Operations, which can create political tension. 

Working with the Law Society was definitely a great experience! Some Co-workers were there to give a helping hand when needed.
Especially when there was a case which required a large amount of work to be completed, all hands were on board.

A horrible bar association.  Outlandish yearly fees.  Horrible customer service.  I am a member of two other bars, both of which charge substantially less in annual dues and yet provide far better service.

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