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Legal Assistant

5 months ago


Toronto, Canada Aird & Berlis LLP Full time

**Who We Are**:
Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s financial district, across from Union Station. With over 200 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.

**What We Believe In**:
The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service, your career and your life.

**What We Are Looking For**:
**Responsibilities**:

- With another assistant, review and finalize estate planning documents including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts and reporting documentation
- Schedule virtual and in-person meetings directly with clients and other advisors and maintain schedule
- Attend as a second witness for execution of Wills and Powers of Attorney (virtual and in-person)
- Prepare estate briefs and reports in hard copy and electronic format
- Scan, file and e-file a large volume of documentation
- Prepare Affidavits of Execution for Wills
- Regular use of our specialized Wills and Trust databases and data management program
- Vault original Estate and Trust documents
- Handle details with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, conflict searches, engagement letters, docketing, and billing, etc.
- Daily administrative tasks
- Works independently and is professional
- Produce the highest quality of work
- Accountable for all work assigned
- Take initiative
- Confidential

**Requirements**:

- Minimum of 2 years’ legal experience, preferably in Wills & Estates
- Successful completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
- Ability to work as a team player and independently
- Courteous, client focused and professional attitude
- Handle time pressure and stress of multiple demands

**Skills**:

- Strong verbal and written communication
- Ability to problem solve
- Good judgement and decision making
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Organized
- Resourceful
- Detailed

**Why You Should Apply**:

- Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- We pride ourselves on being a mid-sized firm with a family feel
- Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer
- Mentor program
- Wellness programs
- Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check._