Employment Law Legal Assistant

4 days ago

London, Canada Harrison Pensa LLP Full time

**Key Responsibilities include**:

- Maintain the day-to-day schedule and operations for the lawyer(s) to whom they report, including tracking filing deadlines.
- Schedule appointments, questioning, meetings, and manage Outlook calendars.
- Preparing necessary court and tribunal forms, and filing electronically;
- Drafting correspondence pertaining to employment, human rights and general litigation matters to clients and lawyers;
- Ensuring accurate legal documents are prepared within timelines set by the lawyer(s) or applicable court dates;
- Keeping client information up to date;
- Update and communicate with clients on changes with files or court proceedings and practices.
- Perform administrative duties, including preparing/drafting correspondence, electronic and paper filing, entering dockets, preparation of accounts, photocopying, day to day scanning, faxing, arranging couriers, etc.
- Assisting other lawyers and staff within the firm when necessary;
- Other duties as required.
- Post-secondary Law Clerk Diploma or related discipline;
- 0-3 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant;
- Experience in general litigation is considered an asset;
- Excellent organizational, attention to detail and time-management skills;
- Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environment, adjusts to changing priorities, and multi-tasking skills;
- Ability to work as a team player and independently;
- Efficient self
- starter and quick learner;
- Courteous, client focused and professional attitude;
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills;
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and Legal Industry Software.

At Harrison Pensa, we are a team that values you and your contribution. We recognize our employees are key in delivering exceptional service for our clients and foster a supportive environment with the expertise to help you thrive.

**We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a collegial environment.**

Harrison Pensa is a full-service law firm based in London, Ontario, with expertise in business law, litigation and personal legal services including family, wills and estate, and personal injury law. Personal and business clients throughout southwestern Ontario, across Canada and internationally turn to us every day for our proven skills and trusted counsel.

London, Ontario is a great place to live. Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, London has the benefit of affordable housing, easy commutes and a variety of entertainment and shopping. all the amenities of the big city without the challenges.

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

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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