Legal Assistant

7 days ago

Winnipeg, Canada Pitblado Law Full time

As a Legal Assistant - Corporate, you will provide legal administrative and clerical support to lawyers in the Corporate Department. If you have 3+ years experience in a law firm environment, have a strong work ethic, are self-motivated and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion and fostering a workplace that reflects the strength and diversity of our community and our clients. If you identify as a member of a diverse group, including any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume**:Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.**

We are committed to providing **barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices**. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Draft, transcribe, and revise correspondence and legal documents from instructions and precedents;
- Performing due diligence searches (The Property Registry (TPR), Land Titles Office, Companies Office);
- Proofread, edit, and format documents;
- Maintain an established filing system, manual or electronic;
- Open and close files, conduct conflict searches, regular entry of lawyer timesheets and billing;
- Liaise with staff, clients, outside agencies, and the general public;
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times; and
- Other duties, as required.

**Skills and Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program;
- 3+ years experience in the area of Corporate Commercial matters is considered an asset;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Excellent proofreading skills (spelling, grammatical, word usage, and formatting errors);
- Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines;
- Ability to multi-task, display initiative and use sound judgment;
- Ability to work well independently and follow instructions with little supervision;
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office; and
- Ability to maintain confidential information and discretion.

Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including a RRSP/DPSP plan. Salary will be dependent on years of experience.

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

Pay: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Are you located in Manitoba?

**Experience**:

- Corporate Legal Assistant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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