Legal Assistant/Receptionist

2 days ago

Richelieu, QC, Canada Gestolex Full-time $55,000 - $65,000 Contract

The St-Jean office is looking for a versatile, organized, and professional legal assistant/receptionist to support two attorneys in their daily activities and ensure the smooth operation of the reception area.

This full-time position combines 50% legal and administrative support with 50% reception and customer service duties. We are seeking a meticulous, proactive, and discreet individual with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a challenging legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Legal and Administrative Support – 50%
    • Provide legal and administrative support to two attorneys in managing their cases;
    • Prepare, review, edit, and format various legal documents;
    • Perform data entry, filing, scanning, and document management;
    • Track files, deadlines, and appointments;
    • Assist with billing, preparing account statements, and tracking accounts receivable;
    • Ensure the confidentiality of information and compliance with the firm’s procedures.
  2. Reception and Customer Service – 50%
    • Greet clients and visitors with courtesy and professionalism;
    • Answer phone calls, route calls, and take messages;
    • Follow up on incoming requests and coordinate communications;
    • Perform administrative tasks related to the reception desk;
    • Keep the reception area tidy and provide a high-quality customer experience.
    • Any other related tasks may be assigned as needed by the firm.

Profile required

  • Relevant experience in secretarial work, administrative support, or legal secretarial work;
  • Experience in a law firm, particularly in family law and litigation, is a plus;
  • Knowledge of billing and accounts receivable is a plus;
  • Training in legal secretarial work or a related field is a plus;
  • Excellent command of French, both spoken and written;
  • Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite;
  • Attention to detail, self-reliance, organizational skills, and a meticulous approach;
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills;
  • Discretion, professionalism, team spirit, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Our advantages

  • Three weeks of annual vacation or more, depending on experience;
  • Competitive compensation;
  • Group insurance plan;
  • Retirement savings plan (RRSP);
  • Employee referral program;
  • A professional environment that fosters collaboration and teamwork.

Join our team

Would you like to put your administrative and legal skills to work at a well-regarded law firm? Join our team and play an active role in supporting our attorneys, managing cases, and ensuring the quality of service we provide to our clients.

Notes : The masculine gender is used without discrimination and for the sole purpose of lightening the text. We offer equal employment opportunities to all. Only successful candidates will be contacted.