Legal Assistant
1 month ago
About Fasken
Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm, recognized as Canada's Best Employer 2024. Our team of 950 lawyers operates across multiple offices, serving a diverse range of clients, including Fortune 100 companies, corporate clients, government agencies, and individuals.
A Day in the Life
The Legal Assistant role plays a vital part in the efficient day-to-day operations of our Commercial Litigation Group. This position requires exceptional practice management and client service skills, as well as the ability to handle competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage administrative duties, including email and calendar management, meeting coordination, conflict searches, and file openings/closings.
- Prepare and maintain a bring-forward system, providing timely reminders.
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date physical and electronic filing.
- Prepare engagement letters and routine correspondence.
- Liaise with Billing Coordinators for monthly account production.
- Provide backup coverage for other assistants or team members.
Qualifications
- Legal Assistant Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution or equivalent work experience.
- A minimum of 5+ years of experience, preferably in a large firm setting.
- Strong understanding of business and legal terminology.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
- Experience with 3E, iManageWork, and DocuSign.
- Familiarity with basic litigation procedures is an asset.
Why Work with Us
Fasken offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our benefits include a health and wellness subsidy, annual education and tuition reimbursement, flexible medical and dental benefits, short-term and long-term disability insurance, personal days, employee and family assistance program, paid vacation and sick days, group retirement savings plan with matching contributions, monetary incentive for employee referrals, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities to give back to the community through firm initiatives.
Diversity and Inclusion
Fasken is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where individuals with unique backgrounds and characteristics feel valued and respected.
Accessibility and Accommodation
Fasken strives to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all members, including those with disabilities.
Background and Reference Checks
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, employment and educational verification.
Compensation
The typical salary range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 annually, with base pay determined by location and job-related factors.
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