Legal Assistant- Foreclosure

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Emery Jamieson LLP Full time

Are you looking for a new exciting opportunity with one of Edmonton’s most well-established law firms as a Foreclosure Legal Assistant and thrive in a fast-paced environment? If so, we have an opportunity and would love to hear from you.

**Position Overview**

**Role Responsibilities**:

- Receive, draft, and prepare court documents and pleadings for lawyer review
- Draft correspondence and records to clients
- Open and prepare new files
- Perform a variety of searches for files
- Assist with general practice including filing records, service of documents, and scheduling court dates
- Organize and maintain a diary system with lawyer for client files
- Prepare correspondence and reports
- Prepare accounts and time entry
- Maintain and file documents and associated databases
- Prepare legal account and final reporting to client
- Other tasks as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Possess a Legal Assistant / Paralegal Diploma
- Capable of handling a busy practice with tight timelines and priorities
- Excellent organizational skills and proactive management of tasks to successfully meet deadlines
- Knowledge of the Court of King’s Bench Litigation process as it relates to foreclosures is an asset
- Knowledge of basic legal concepts, principles, and terminology
- Experience with electronic document management systems is considered an asset
- Act with discretion and good judgment in regard to confidentiality
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Word and Excel)
- Worldox knowledge, EsiLaw / PCLaw / Acumin are considered an asset
- Excellent organization and file management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage complex workloads with high attention to detail
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Competent in written and spoken English

At Emery Jamieson LLP we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, sexual orientation, source of income or family status, or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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