Experience Legal Assistant

2 days ago

Dartmouth, Canada BOYNECLARKE Full time

**Discover the BOYNECLARKE LLP Advantage**

At BOYNECLARKE LLP, we're more than a dynamic, fast-growing law firm situated in downtown Dartmouth, offering breathtaking views of the Halifax Harbour. For over 50 years, we've cultivated an environment where our team members thrive, achieving both professional success and personal flexibility.

Our commitment goes beyond legal expertise. We understand the crucial role of work-life balance, health, and wellness. That's why we offer a range of opportunities, from social activities to financial literacy programs, fitness classes, and a wellness subsidy, ensuring our colleagues are supported in all aspects of their lives.

Join us in a workplace that fosters growth, values your well-being, and encourages professional success. Discover why BOYNECLARKE LLP isn't just a place to work—it's where you'll truly excel.

**The Role**

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

- Generous paid time off
- Access to Free 24/7 Virtual Health Care
- Excellent benefits (some fully paid by firm, some cost-shared)
- RRSP matching program
- Health and Wellness focus, including a wellness allowance
- Flexible work-life integration; and,
- A casual dress environment.

**Core Duties and Responsibilities**

As a Legal Assistant, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Reviewing and prioritizing incoming and outgoing mail/couriers, coordinating faxes, and scanning/copying documents
- Drafting routine correspondence for lawyer review
- Transcribing dictations using appropriate format, producing documents, correspondence, and all follow-up work as directed
- Answering client inquiries, taking care of drop-in clients/cold calls, and communicating with key parties in a timely manner
- Booking client meetings, etc., and maintaining lawyer schedule and agenda
- Conducting client intake, completing conflict searches, and opening new client files
- Maintaining up-to date and accurate electronic and paper client files with the use of a document management system
- Processing large volumes of documents with ability to use technology to store and organize files diligently; and,
- Assist other Family Law team members as needed.

**Qualifications and Skills**

To be successful, you possess the following qualifications and skills:

- Graduate of a legal assistant/paralegal program **_or_** equivalent combination of training and experience
- Previous Legal Assistant experience considered a strong asset (3-5 years preferred)
- Excellent computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel with the ability to learn new software quickly
- Superior typing and dicta-transcription skills
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential, showcasing the ability to adeptly manage client inquiries, navigate emotional conversations with patience, empathy, and understanding, as well as consistently deliver superior customer service.
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail, coupled with strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent proofreading skills (ability to type check material for grammatical, typographical, spelling, diction, and formatting errors)
- Ability to work both independently and work cohesively within a close-knit team, offering support and cooperation in all tasks
- Ability to follow instructions with mínimal supervision and take initiative.

We're looking forward to hearing from you

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