Legal Assistant, Commercial Law

2 months ago


Montréal QC, Canada Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg Full time

About Davies
Davies is a top-tier Canadian law firm focused on high-stakes matters. With offices in Montreal, Toronto and New York, we are consistently at the centre of the most challenging deals and cases in Canada and abroad.
A position at Davies is more than just a job. When you join the firm, you will be welcomed by a team that places as much emphasis on supporting its people as it does on serving its prestigious clients. As such, we have created a collaborative environment where team members of all backgrounds feel appreciated and are encouraged to share their ideas while working alongside some of the brightest legal and business professionals, who are eager to share their knowledge and experience.
About the Position
We are looking for a legal assistant in commercial law to join the team of legal support professionals at our Montréal office. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Legal Support Professionals, the successful applicant will provide complete legal and administrative support to two to three commercial lawyers.
Primary Responsibilities
Draft correspondence and prepare and revise legal documents
Manage deadlines, plan meetings and appointments, and update lawyers' calendars
Organize lawyers' business trips and make necessary reservations
Revise and proofread documents for grammar, formatting and compliance with legal requirements and Davies' visual identity
Assist lawyers with business development projects and keep professional contacts database up to date
Process data (time, expenses) and open files
Liaise with clients, colleagues, support departments (including our Business Centre) and external parties
Follow up on billing of lawyers' matters in tandem with billing specialists
Transcribe dictations, audio notes and other recordings
Compare documents (do "markups")
Participate in the successful onboarding of new team members
Perform any related administrative task

**Qualifications**:
Attestation of Collegial Studies (ACS) in legal secretarial studies or Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) in office systems technology; Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) in paralegal technology would be an asset
At least three to five years of relevant experience in a fast-paced professional services firm
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French *Our Montréal office represents and provides services in Québec to both clients established in Québec and clients doing business in Québec. As the successful applicant will have to interact and produce content in French and English, verbal and written proficiency in both languages is required.
In-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
Experience transcribing voice memos and knowledge of BigHand would be an asset
Team player with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Highly motivated, proactive and able to anticipate needs
Ability to manage priorities and work within tight deadlines
Independence, discretion, critical thinking and good judgment
To Apply
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.


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