legal assistant

1 week ago

Edmonton AB TM Z, Canada 6351b287-ffbd-41b9-b211-0100e9a6dc8f Full time $4,004,351 - $7,019,755 per year

PETERSON KROCHAK is a full-service law firm located in West Edmonton. We are looking for a Legal Secretary for our Litigation/Family Law department. The applicate should have a diploma or equivalent in Legal Assistant Training, preferably from Alberta, with experience of over 3 years. The ideal candidate requires both the skills and experience to provide support to our Litigation and family law lawyers, including taking dictation, fast typing speed and familiarity with the current Alberta Court forms and filing procedures.

The applicant will enjoy a fast-paced desk, have the ability to work independently while supporting one or more lawyers, and the skills to juggle shifting priorities to meet our clients' needs. We presently have one position open in this area of law working with a great set of lawyers and legal support who really strive to have a cohesive and energetic team. It is an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills and abilities.

We require a hard working and reliable individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities and to anticipate next steps. The successful applicate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, time management skills and be accustomed to working with deadlines.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Drafting, preparing and typing of correspondence, pleadings, applications, affidavits and various litigation and family law documents and court forms of The Alberta Courts.

  • Using Outlook to schedule appointments and meetings

  • Arranging for service and filing of documents including instructions to process servers

  • Diarizing court dates, meetings, appointments and files

  • Dealing with and responding to client inquiries and conducting follow up as required

  • Maintaining and organizing files

  • Preparation of accounts

  • Preforming other duties and responsibilities as assigned

  • Previous experience with Unity Accounting Software or any other Law Firm Accounting software is an asset

Mature, professional, self-motivated, dependable, consistent and personable characteristics. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,043.51-$70,197.55 per year

Benefits:

  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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