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We offer meaningful career opportunities for legal and business professionals.\nOur office is located in the heart of the city in the Guy-Favreau Complex in Montréal, the Quebec Regional Office (QRO) is easily accessible by public transportation. The many shops and activities surrounding the building will charm you!\nThe QRO Legal Assistants provide legal and administrative support to a team of Crown prosecutors in cases of prosecution under the various federal statutes. Being the main point of contact between all parties involved in the files, the Assistant ensures coordination and follow-up with the Court, investigators from various federal investigative agencies, defense lawyers and other parties involved. They provide physical and digital legal file maintenance. Preparing legal documents, handling correspondence and requests for information are an integral part of the day-to-day work of our assistants. \nOur updated Mission and Values reflect a strong commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, as well as Equity and Inclusion. We recognize the impact of systemic discrimination and are working to support a fairer justice system for all, particularly Indigenous and racialized communities. Learn more about our mission and values: https://www.ppsc-sppc.gc.ca/eng/bas/mis-mis.html.\nAt the PPSC, every employee contributes to a workplace where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. 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