Legal Assistant
6 days ago
For over 75 years, **Soloway Wright LLP**has been one of the most successful and respected law firms in the National Capital Region and Eastern Ontario. Since opening our doors in 1946, we have established a proud history of serving our clients and community. Our litigation team is dynamic and has the bench strength and talent to attract clients with complex litigation needs. While we are a growing firm, we focus on selectively adding top legal talent demonstrated through experience and academic excellence.
Soloway Wright LLP is currently looking for a **Legal Assistant (Litigation)**with three to seven years of experience to work out of our Ottawa office, providing support to three lawyers.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Drafting correspondence and legal documentation including editing and quality assurance.
- Address client inquiries and schedule appointments.
- Maintain client files.
- Prepare client files for closure and storage.
- Preparation of accounts.
- Preparation of mail and courier packages.
- Coordinate and organize meetings, conference calls and maintain agendas.
- Coordination of examinations for discovery and mediations (including bookings with Court Reporters/Mediators).
- Coordinate travel arrangements.
**Skills, Experience and Qualifications**:
- Experience in executive administration or as a law clerk.
- Minimum 3 to 7 years of experience.
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office.
- Knowledge of ACL5, Primafact, and NetDocuments, an asset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional presentation.
- Experience preparing and editing correspondence.
- Knowledge of the _Rules of Civil Procedure_.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize job tasks in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to respond effectively and professionally to changes in schedules and priorities.
- Ability to ensure consistent attention to details.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive information.
- A positive, supportive and professional attitude.
Excellent benefits package available. Salary commensurate with experience.
**How to Apply**
Soloway Wright LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
**Benefits**:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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