Legal Administrative Assistant

ABOUT GOWLING WLG
 
 At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we're proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.

We're intentional about building a workplace that's both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values: Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths.

Whether you're pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what's possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG.

PROFILE

Gowling WLG's Restructuring, Insolvency, and Advisory Group provides strategic legal solutions across the full spectrum of financial situations, from early stage operational restructuring and informal workouts, to formal proceedings under Canada's Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA) and Companies Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) to liquidation and receivership.  We act on insolvency matters across various industries, including real estate, construction, transportation, technology, agriculture, retail, oil & gas, medical, and dental.  

We are looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant to with strong litigation experience, excellent attention to detail, and a genuine interest in insolvency and restructuring to join our team. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize and expedite the flow of work through the professionals' practice, initiating any follow-up action as appropriate;
• Accurately and efficiently prepare court documents and correspondence with a high degree of autonomy;
• Prepare court documents and correspondence;
• Coordinate flow of documents between legal professionals, various internal and external individuals, and clients at all levels;
• Work proactively in the day-to-day support of the professionals' practices;
• Use initiative and good judgement to relieve the professionals of administrative detail;
• Generate documents based on digital dictation;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of five years' experience in litigation is required;
• Insolvency experience is preferred;
• Strong knowledge of Alberta Rules of Court;
• Legal Assistant Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution;
• Ability to handle a heavy and varied workload;
• Exceptional organizational skills;
• Advanced computer skills with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Strong digital dictation experience;
• Excellent client service skills, and professionalism;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong problem solving skills, including the ability to set priorities while dealing with conflicting and emerging priorities;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with other staff and professionals.

BENEFITS/PERKS

Gowling WLG's total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
• Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one
• 15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
• Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders 
• Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
• Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more
   

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.