Wills and Estates Legal Assistant

2 weeks ago

Saskatoon, Canada MLT AIKINS Full time

**Wills and Estates Legal Assistant - MLTA-SKN-202502-014**

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 300 lawyers and nearly 500 additional team members across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the _Globe and Mail_, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

**Job Summary**

**Responsibilities include**:

- Drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives (Living Wills) and ancillary estate planning documents as required
- Maintaining vault records for storing of original estate planning records
- Assisting in the process of realizing the assets or payments of liabilities including direct contact with various institutions
- Preparing distribution documentation
- Assisting in passing of accounts and litigious matters in relation to estate administration
- Communicating directly with clients, fielding calls from prospective clients and referring prospective clients appropriately
- Attending client meetings for signing of documents

**Qualifications include**:

- Post-secondary diploma in a legal administrative assistant or paralegal program from a recognized college program
- Minimum of five years of experience in a legal assistant role supporting the wills and states practice area
- A notary public or commission of oaths appointment, or willingness to obtain
- Working knowledge of provincial laws and terminology
- Experience drafting legal documents and correspondence
- Experience in wills and estates
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to liaise with a variety of people
- Good computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines under pressure

**We offer**:

- A competitive salary
- Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
- Access to group savings plans and investment options
- Growth and development opportunities
- Mentorship and support

**Our Diversity Statement**

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

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-02-20

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