Legal Assistant

6 months ago


Edmonton, Canada PETERSON KROCHAK Full time

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative support to our legal team and assist with various legal tasks including Family Law and Litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in the legal field to gain valuable experience and contribute to a dynamic law firm.

**Responsibilities**:

- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Assist attorneys with drafting legal documents, such as pleadings, contracts, and briefs
- Interview clients and witnesses to gather necessary information
- Maintain and organize legal files and documents
- Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings
- Prepare correspondence and communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Assist with document production and discovery processes
- Perform general administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, and photocopying

**Skills**:

- Strong research skills to gather relevant information for cases
- Excellent interviewing skills to obtain accurate information from clients and witnesses
- Proficient in administrative tasks such as managing calendars and scheduling appointments
- Knowledge of legal drafting techniques to assist attorneys in preparing legal documents
- Familiarity with iManage or similar document management systems
- Strong clerical skills for organizing legal files and documents
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively
- Familiarity with Lexis-Nexis or other legal research databases
- Attention to detail in maintaining accurate records and files
- Excellent phone etiquette when communicating with clients and other parties involved in legal matters

If you are a motivated individual looking to contribute to a dynamic law firm, please submit your resume for consideration.

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

Pay: $39,089.23-$69,516.53 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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