Legal Assistant

6 days ago

Edmonton, Canada Pillay Law Full time

They require at least one year of litigation experience to provide legal support to a lawyer and assist where needed.

If you fit this description, this role could be a great opportunity for you.

Responsibilities: - Daily correspondence, liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers, and clients on file progress - Document preparation and management, drafting and filing court documents and other documents - Calendar management including coordinating and scheduling meetings - Conduct searches and carry out investigation through the internet and other means - Manage incoming workflow - Time entry and preparing accounts - Other duties as required

Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited Legal Assistant (Paralegal/Law Clerk) program preferred - Ideally 1+ year of litigation experience - An understanding of litigation proceedings - Good computer skills with experience in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word - Strong attention to detail, oral and written communication skills - Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines - Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact confidently with paralegals, lawyers, and clients - Respond to everyday tasks with little supervision

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and contracts
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Interview clients and witnesses to gather necessary information
- Organize and maintain legal files and documents
- Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
- Draft correspondence and communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and preparing trial binders

Qualifications:

- Previous experience working as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role is highly desirable
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in legal drafting and research techniques
- Knowledge of iManage or similar document management software is a plus
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

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

**Salary**: From $30,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Edmonton, AB T6E 5X9 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Edmonton, AB T6E 5X9: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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