legal assistant
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June 28, 2024
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Parlee McLaws, LLP
Job details
*Parlee McLaws LLP* is a regional law firm with Alberta roots extending back more than 135 years. We are looking for an experienced *Litigation* *Legal Assistant *to join our team. This role is located at our *downtown Edmonton *office.
The successful candidate is a self-starter with high attention to detail, a sense of urgency, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to learn quickly while supporting busy practice(s). Experience with *litigation* is essential.
The hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:00AM ? 4:30PM (37.5 hours/week) and requires daily in-office presence.
If you pride yourself on excellent communication, while demonstrating elevated efficiency and accuracy while meeting deadlines, and providing outstanding customer service for both internal and external clients, you could be joining our team.
*You will deliver on:*
* Conducting court searches
* Drafting correspondence, court, and financing legal documents
* Accurate transcription of dictation
* Preparing a variety of legal documents including briefs and factums
* Pro-active management of file and task timelines to ensure required statutes of limitations and deadlines are met
* Scheduling various applications and questionings
* Managing incoming workflow from a team of lawyers
* Calendar management, including coordinating and scheduling meetings
* Preparation of accounts and time entry
* Generating reporting as required
* General administrative tasks including office and file management
* Other tasks as required
*You possess:*
* Substantial reliability and adaptability accompanied by a professional demeanor and conduct
* A curious mind with the ability to learn quickly, retain knowledge, and effectively apply the learning
* A minimum of 3 years of previous experience as a legal assistant in a litigation practice
* Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Assistant/Paralegal program (equivalent experience may be considered)
* Understanding of basic accounting principles
* Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs as well as other software such as Worldox, Elite 3E, Remindex, SpeechExec or other similar programs
* Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
* High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
* Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines with a high degree of personal initiative
* Handling of confidential information in an ethical and professional manne
* Effective collaboration and efficiency as a part of a team as well as working independently
* Strong client service and relationship building skills
* Adaptation to changing priorities and effectiveness in a high-volume work environment
* Problem-solving skills with a pro-active mindset
* Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English with solid grammar skills (additional language skills are an asset)
*We provide:*
A work environment that encourages ongoing professional development through peer mentoring and outside education. Our active Social, Charity, and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committees connect us to each other and to the community at large.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health & dental, health care spending account, pension matching, and paid time off in addition to annual vacation. Our building has an on-site gym as well as other perks. In addition, you can ?dress for your day? depending on the day?s responsibilities.
Sound like a good fit? Your application will be confidential, and we look forward to hearing from you!
_We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted._
*\*\*Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters.*
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* On-site gym
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
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LocationEdmonton, AB
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9342578669
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