Family Law Legal Assistant

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Cox & Palmer Full time

**Family Law Legal Assistant | Halifax, NS**:
Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.

We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.

**SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES**
As part of a team-focused environment, your role will be to:

- Preparation of accurate correspondence and legal documents;
- Meeting deadlines, and ability to multi-task and reprioritize as needed;
- Maintaining detailed and accurate client and administrative files;
- Calendar maintenance, scheduling and organizing meetings, and assisting with client meetings;
- Communicating in a professional manner with lawyers and team members;
- Providing overflow support and help to other assistants as time allows; and
- Other duties as assigned.

**SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS**
- Minimum of 1-3 years’ administrative experience in a legal environment, with experience in Family Law;
- Preference is given to those with related paralegal/legal assistant formal education;
- Strong competency in the usage of MS Office (particularly Word and Excel), paired with superior typing and dicta-transcription skills;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service;
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail, coupled with strong organizational and time management skills;
- Excellent proofreading skills (ability to check typed material for grammatical, typographical, spelling, word usage and formatting errors);
- The ability to work independently, follow instructions with mínimal supervision and take initiative; and
- The willingness to learn and contribute to the team.

**Cox & Palmer provides a competitive compensation and benefits package, including**:

- A generous paid vacation allowance;
- Three flex days per year;
- Paid sick days;
- Hybrid work options for many roles;
- Firm paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plans;
- Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions;
- Employee and Family Assistance Program;
- An annual Health and Fitness Allowance; and
- Group RRSP and TFSA programs.

**Equity, Diversity & Inclusion**
We understand the value that an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace brings to our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.

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