Family Law Legal Assistant

3 weeks ago

St Catharines, Canada Lancaster Chown & Welch LLP Full time

_We are Niagara’s oldest (1882) and now largest law firm, located in St Catharines - our established, and respected family law department is expanding. We are seeking a legal assistant to support the day-to-day activities of a lawyer whose primary responsibility is Family Law._

This role requires a thorough knowledge and understanding of the _Family Law Act_ and Family Law rules, court procedures including filing deadlines and initiative to work independently with a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities will include:

- Calendar and schedule management
- Maintaining daily contact with clients and courts in a professional manner
- Preparation and drafting of correspondence and documents, where necessary
- Data entry and data management
- Prepare legal documents and/or correspondence for review
- Assist lawyer(s) with trial and hearing preparation
- Monitors proceedings for updates, schedules, and deadlines
- Perform various administrative functions, including but not limited to, conflict checks, maintain and organize client files and client lists
- Billing and collection of accounts

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- College diploma
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with clients, lawyers and court offices
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills, strong initiative and exceptional ability to work in a team-oriented atmosphere
- Strong technical skills (including Microsoft Office and DivorceMate)
- Ability to prioritize and focus.

employment, Health and Dental Benefits, Competitive Salary

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

**Salary**: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have a Law Clerk Diploma?

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-12-01

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