Legal Assistant/law Clerk
2 weeks ago
We are seeking a detail-oriented Law Clerk/Legal Assistant to join our legal team in the Wills and Estates department.
**Responsibilities**:
- Drafting general correspondence to clients and lawyers
- Assembling, drafting, proofreading and filing legal documents
- Maintaining physical and electronic file document systems
- Assisting with the firm’s organization and maintenance of the Wills vault
- Interacting and communicating with clients, lawyers, and third parties in a professional and timely manner
- Preparing reporting letters and accounts to clients, promptly following completion of files
- Exercising initiative and judgement to relieve lawyers of administrative detail
- Other duties as assigned
**Experience**:
- Excellent communication, customer service skills and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team in a very fast-paced environment
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize matters
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- A minimum 2 years experience in an office setting
- Experience in a law firm is a substantial asset but not required
- Completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma is considered an asset
Ericksons LLP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. Ericksons LLP will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
**Benefits**:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
**Education**:
- Secondary School (preferred)
**Experience**:
- legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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