Intermediate Corporate Legal Assistant

2 weeks ago


Yellowknife, Canada Lawson Lundell Full time

**Intermediate Corporate Legal Assistant - Yellowknife**

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest-growing law firm in Western Canada.

**Standard Responsibilities**
- Preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents
- Drafting documents in support of corporate and commercial transactions
- Time entry and billing
- Maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system
- Liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers and clients on file progress
- General administrative duties as required

**Qualifications**
- Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate or Diploma from an accredited institution
- 3+ years’ Legal Assistant experience
- Advanced Microsoft Word skills, proven ability to create and edit large documents
- Detail oriented, strong organizational skills and an exceptional attention to detail
- Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner
- Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast paced environment
- Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegial team
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

- Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D.
- Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment.
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year.
- Paid Parental leave top up.
- Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their skills and knowledge.
- Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program.
- Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.
- Awards: long term service and bonus vacation awards.

**What to expect**
- A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and clients
- An environment where constant learning is encouraged
- A fun and collaborative work environment
- A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
- A commitment to providing a discrimination-free and harassment-free workplace environment

We support equal opportunities for all applicants and encourage all people of visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter here.


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