Legal Assistant

3 days ago

Edmonton, Canada Nickerson Roberts Holinski & Mercer Full time

Nickerson Roberts Holinski & Mercer is seeking a full-time legal assistant/paralegal to join our team in a key role supporting a lawyer with a general practice with an emphasis on civil litigation, corporate and commercial law, wills, estates, and other areas of law as required.

**Skills**:

- Positive and professional attitude;
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written);
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and handle sensitive information and circumstances tactfully;
- Ability to work independently and without supervision, and to take initiative;
- Critical thinker with an ability to research and problem solve;
- Reliability and a strong attendance record;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel);
- Experience with Esi-Law software, GSINQ software, King’s Bench Filling Digital Service, Court of King’s Bench Civil Search Portal, Surrogate Online Filing Service, and/or Surrogate Forms will be assets.

Responsibilities will include:

- General practice management and administrative duties, including correspondence, courthouse filing, scheduling, and opening and closing files;
- Regular contact with clients to handle new client intakes, collect and relay information and updates, follow up, etc.;
- Organization of files and client materials, including sending, receiving, and tracking pleadings and other documents;
- Tracking court dates and limitation dates, and managing a diarization system;
- Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and agreements;
- Preparing client accounts; and
- Assisting with general office duties and coverage of other support positions (including reception) as the need arises.

Education and Qualifications:

- Related post-secondary training (for example, legal assistant or office administration) or degree with background in English, law and justice, or similar areas;
- At least 2 years of legal assistant experience is required. Salary will be competitive and determined based on level of experience.
- A covering letter which indicates your current employment status, your salary expectations, and your availability for an interview;
- A resume which outlines how your skills, qualifications, and experience will meet the requirements of the position; and
- At least 2 references available, with contact information to be provided upon request during the interview process.

This assistant will have an important and valued role in managing a busy practice. We thank all applicants for their interest and look forward to finding the perfect fit for this great opportunity. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please note this is an in-person position at our office at 7712 - 104 Street in Edmonton, Alberta. There is no remote work component of this position.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, qualifications, or requirements associated with the role.

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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