Legal Administrative Assistant – Commercial/Transactional Law

19 hours ago

Montreal, QC, Canada Lépine Talent Full-time $28,000 - $36,000 Contract

Our client is currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant in commercial/transactional law to join their team. In this role, you will provide valuable support to a team of lawyers in managing their practice and carrying out mandates, both legally and administratively. You will work in a collaborative environment within a friendly and inclusive team, led by a renowned partner with over 30 years of experience. This is an in-office position.

Your Role and Key Responsibilities

  • Organize workload and execution by implementing follow-up measures.
  • Préparer des documents juridiques notamment effectuer la mise en forme / mise en page de divers documents et tous changements y afférents.
  • Prepare billing documents, time entries, and follow up on accounts receivable.
  • Draft confidential letters and memos.
  • Draft engagement letters.
  • Act as a liaison between the professional and various individuals, groups, and internal/external clients at all levels.
  • Manage routine correspondence and ensure all necessary follow-ups.
  • Schedule and coordinate meetings and conferences.
  • Perform administrative tasks (accounting, conflict searches, file openings/closings, time entries, billing, accounts receivable follow-ups, and expense report preparation).
  • Handle any other related tasks or responsibilities

Your Profile

  • DEC in legal secretarial studies.
  • 3-4 years of experience as a legal assistant, ideally in business/commercial transactional law.
  • Bilingualism (fluency in French and English, both spoken and written).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite (especially formatting and styles in Word).

Advantages

  • Daytime work schedule from Monday to Friday, 33.75 hours per week (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Overtime paid for any hours worked beyond 33.75 hours.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Simplified pension plan with employer contribution.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Organized activities and events.