Legal Assistant, Wills and Estates

3 weeks ago


Saskatoon, Canada Lakefield Law Full time

Lakefield LLP is a Saskatchewan team with a modern take on law.

We are looking for an experienced **Wills and Estates Legal Assistant** to join our team. In this position you will be assisting lawyers and clients as they work through various estate proceedings. Responsibilities include assisting with document preparation, correspondence, court filings and other practice management duties.

**Essential Job Functions**
- Preparing transfer documents and submitting the same to Information Services Corporation
- Publishing Notice to Creditors via NoticeConnect
- Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite programs and other law firm specific software
- Written and verbal communications with clients, financial institutions, courts and counsels
- Meeting with clients and commissioning documents as required
- Practice management functions including appointment,calendar and task maintenance
- Maintenance of electronic filing system
- Preparing reporting packages and invoices
- Administrative duties such as telephone calls, photocopying, faxing, and other administrative support as required.

**Education/Experience Requirements**
- Minimum Education: Legal Assistant Diploma or Certificate from recognized educational institution.
- Minimum Experience**: 3-5 years in a related position

**Other Skills/Abilities**
- Strong initiative and autonomy to work independently
- Ability to prioritize and expedite workflow
- High attention to detail
- Time management and ability to handle competing deadlines
- Ability to work with confidential and sensitive data
- Superior communication and business writing
- Professional disposition
- Team oriented

Members of our administrative team receive an industry leading Total Reward Package which includes a competitive base salary, reduced hour work week, flexible start times, earned days off, comprehensive health benefits package, employer matching RRSP, internal team events, and a diverse and inclusive work environment.

We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest, however only those being interviewed will be contacted.

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

**Salary**: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 3 years (required)

Work Location: One location



  • Saskatoon, Canada McKercher LLP (Barristers and Solicitors) Full time

    McKercher LLP is one of Saskatchewan's largest and top ranked law firms and we are now recruiting for a full-time paraprofessional to join our Wills and Estates Department. The McKercher team is built on friendships and values including integrity, excellence leadership and collaboration. We believe in family first. New members to our Firm are supported by...


  • Saskatoon, Canada McKercher LLP (Barristers and Solicitors) Full time

    Are you a detail oriented, confident and self-motivated individual who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment? Do you have a proven track record effectively supporting lawyers? Do you share McKercher LLP's core values? If you answered 'yes' and are looking for a new and exciting opportunity to join one of the largest firms in Saskatchewan, we want to hear...

  • legal assistant

    20 hours ago


    Saskatoon, Canada Uppal Legal Group Full time

    Durée de l'emploi: PermanentLangue de travail: AnglaisHeures de travail: 37.5 hours per weekEducation: Expérience: EducationSecondary (high) school graduation certificateWork settingGeneral law practiceCriminal lawBusiness or corporate lawWilling to relocateLitigationProperty and real estate lawTasksOpen and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail...

  • legal assistant

    2 hours ago


    Saskatoon, Canada Uppal Legal Group Full time

    Durée de l'emploi: PermanentLangue de travail: AnglaisHeures de travail: 37.5 hours per weekEducation: Expérience: EducationSecondary (high) school graduation certificateWork settingGeneral law practiceCriminal lawBusiness or corporate lawWilling to relocateLitigationProperty and real estate lawTasksOpen and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail...

  • Legal Assistant

    1 month ago


    Saskatoon, Canada Leland Kimpinski LLP Full time

    **Job Profile: Legal Assistant** The Legal Assistant is responsible for acting as the first point of contact with clients and for assisting the lawyer(s) with all support work in an effective and timely matter. The Legal Assistant ensures the required documentation is accurate and completed, and provides other support as required. **Primary...

  • Legal Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Saskatoon, Canada Uppal Legal Group Full time

    We are a renowned law firm having offices in Saskatoon & Calgary. Languages English is required. Good proficiency in other languages (Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Gujarati, Tagalog, Mandarin, Bengali) is an asset. Education Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training. Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) In-house...

  • Legal Assistants

    7 days ago


    Saskatoon, Canada Stevenson Hood Thornton Beaubier LLP Full time

    STEVENSON HOOD THORNTON BEAUBIER LLP Job Title: Legal Assistant - Real Estate Company Overview Stevenson Hood Thornton Beaubier LLP is a mid-size law firm in Saskatoon looking to hire a Legal Assistant Professional to join our firm. We are a well established, team-oriented firm that offers a competitive compensation package, including extended health,...


  • Saskatoon, Canada McKercher LLP (Barristers and Solicitors) Full time

    Are you a detail oriented, confident and self-motivated individual who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment? Do you have a proven track record effectively supporting lawyers? Do you share McKercher LLP's core values? If you answered 'yes' and are looking for a new and exciting opportunity to join one of the largest firms in Saskatchewan, we want to hear...

  • Legal Assistant

    1 month ago


    Saskatoon, Canada Stevenson Hood Thornton Beaubier LLP Full time

    Company Overview Stevenson Hood Thornton Beaubier LLP is a mid-size law firm in Saskatoon looking to hire a Legal Assistant Professional to join our firm. We are a well established, team-oriented firm that offers a competitive compensation package, including extended health, dental and vision coverage, matching pension, life insurance, and a transportation...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Saskatoon, Canada ICR Commercial Real Estate Full time

    **Primary Job Responsibilities**: Ø Draft and review offers, contracts, and agreements. Ø Schedule meetings and appointment. Ø Provide general administrative support. Ø Maintain an organized filing system of paper and electronic documents. Ø Miscellaneous clerical tasks. Ø Research and conduct data to prepare documents and reports. Ø Using...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Saskatoon, Canada McKercher LLP (Barristers and Solicitors) Full time

    McKercher LLP is one of Saskatchewan’s top ranked law firms and we are now recruiting a professional to fill a full-time legal assistant in our Saskatoon office. The McKercher team is built on friendships and values including integrity, excellence, leadership and collaboration. We believe in family first. New members to our Firm are supported by both...


  • Saskatoon, Canada Denison Mines Corp Full time

    **Corporate Legal Assistant** **THE ROLE**: Reporting to the Vice President Legal, the **Corporate** **Legal Assistant** will perform a variety of legal administrative and record/file management duties. The Corporate Legal Assistant has the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. **OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE**: You are a service-oriented and...


  • Saskatoon, Canada McKercher LLP (Barristers and Solicitors) Full time

    McKercher LLP is one of Saskatchewan's top ranked law firms and we are now recruiting a professional to fill a full-time Corporate legal assistant position in our Saskatoon office. The McKercher team is built on friendships and values including integrity, excellence leadership and collaboration. We believe in family first. New members to our Firm are...


  • Saskatoon, Canada McKercher LLP (Barristers and Solicitors) Full time

    McKercher LLP is one of Saskatchewan's largest and top ranked law firms and we are now recruiting for a full-time paraprofessional to join our Saskatoon Commercial Real Estate Department. The McKercher team is built on friendships and values including integrity, excellence leadership and collaboration. We believe in family first. New members to our Firm are...


  • Saskatoon, Canada Chris Molenaar Associate Broker Exp Realty Full time

    Job Title: On-Call Real Estate Assistant/Runner Please click the link to apply Description: Seeking a flexible and reliable individual to serve as an On-Call Real Estate Assistant/Runner for our real estate agency. This position is ideal for someone looking for casual, part-time work assisting with tasks that support our property listings and client...


  • Saskatoon, Canada First Nations Bank of Canada Full time

    Position DescriptionAbout UsFirst Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in...


  • Saskatoon, Canada First Nations Bank of Canada Full time

    Position DescriptionAbout UsFirst Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in...


  • Saskatoon, Canada First Nations Bank of Canada Full time

    Position DescriptionAbout UsFirst Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in...

  • Associate Lawyer

    2 days ago


    Saskatoon, Canada Fidus Legal Full time

    Job Summary: We are a boutique law firm and we are expanding. We deal primarily in family law litigation but are expanding our mediation practice. We also deal with real estate, and select civil and administrative cases. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Lawyer to practice Family Law with our legal team. As a Family Law Lawyer, you will be responsible...

  • Legal Assistant

    1 month ago


    Saskatoon, Canada P & M - Analysis and Solutions Services Full time

    Education: No degree, certificate or diploma - Experience: 1 to less than 7 months **Work setting**: - General law practice **Tasks**: - Schedule and confirm appointments - Maintain filing system - Determine and establish office procedures and routines - Train and supervise staff - Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material...