Legal Assistant

5 hours ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Definity Full time
Civil Litigation Assistant Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Civil Litigation Assistant to join our team at Definity. As a key member of our litigation department, you will play a crucial role in supporting our lawyers with various tasks and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date files, including organizing materials and assisting lawyers with preparations for questioning, mediations, and other attendances.
  • Conduct conflict searches, open and close files, and assist lawyers with file and limitation lists, as well as tracking tasks with TeamConnect.
  • Draft correspondence and other documents as instructed to clients, third parties, experts, and other stakeholders.
  • Assist lawyers with litigation management, including prioritizing tasks and scheduling client meetings, questionings, mediations, and other events.
  • Perform various administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies and attending to vendor payments.
  • Provide input into procedures and practices, and demonstrate initiative in assisting lawyers with litigation management.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or equivalent in a litigation department or team practicing civil litigation in Alberta (ideally insurance defence or personal injury practice).
  • Knowledge of Alberta Court rules, practice directions, and procedures.
  • Strong document management skills, with the ability to learn and utilize Definity's various software programs, such as TeamConnect.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Outlook and all MS Office applications.
  • Ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks in a quality manner, with strong turnaround time.
  • High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and responsibility, with the ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard privileged and confidential information.
  • Great attention to detail, with proofreading skills.
  • Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities.
  • Preference will be given to graduates of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma program.
  • Team player, adaptable to a changing environment.
  • Ability to work in a paperless environment.
What We Offer:
  • Hybrid work schedule for most roles.
  • Company share ownership program.
  • Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions.
  • Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations.
  • Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams.
  • Focus on inclusion, with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, and access to programs for working parents.
  • Wellness and recognition programs.
  • Discounts on products and services.

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors, including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions, and the local labour market. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans, which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting us.

This role requires successful clearance of background checks, including criminal checks and leadership references.

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