Commercial Legal Assistant

1 month ago


Calgary, Canada MLT AIKINS Full time

**Commercial Legal Assistant - MLTA-CAL-202410-059 - Calgary**

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 300 lawyers and nearly 500 additional team members across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the _Globe and Mail_, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

**Job Summary**

MLT Aikins Calgary is in search of an experienced Commercial Legal Assistant to support our growing commercial practice. Applications are being accepted for a legal assistant with experience in a general corporate/commercial practice involving commercial real estate transactions, commercial leasing, corporate commercial transactions, including the purchase and sale of businesses, lending and financing transactions.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Performing complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents;
- Preparing various administrative tasks including file opening, billing and follow-up to review outstanding accounts;
- Maintain an efficient file system (physical and electronic files), have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail;
- Monitoring and following up on all post-closing documents;
- Performing day-to-day administrative tasks including file organization, diarizations, booking appointments and maintaining calendars;
- Other responsibilities as required

**Qualifications Include**:

- Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant or Paralegal Program (equivalencies may be considered)
- 3-5 years of experience in any law practice area.
- Advanced Computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to maintain an efficient electronic file system with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple deadlines and complete them under time constraints
- Must have proof reading, writing, spelling and grammar skills;
- Ability to follow instructions with minimum supervision and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment;
- A client focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients;
**We Offer**:

- A competitive salary depending on experience
- Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
- Access to group savings plans and investment options
- Growth and development opportunities
- Mentorship and support

**Our Diversity Statement**

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

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-13


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