paralegal
Title posted on CareerBeacon -
Legal Assistant - Float
Posted on
September 21, 2024
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Employer details
BOYNECLARKE LLP
Job details
Discover the BOYNECLARKE LLP AdvantageAt BOYNECLARKE LLP, a prestigious law firm located in the heart of downtown Dartmouth, you'll find more than just breathtaking views of the Halifax Harbour. For over 50 years, we have been committed to fostering an environment where professionals thrive?balancing professional success with personal well-being.Why Join BOYNECLARKE LLP? Professional and Personal Growth: We promote a culture of continuous learning and development, ensuring every team member has the opportunity to excel. Work-Life Balance: Our flexible scheduling and generous paid time off ensure that your career grows with your personal needs. Health and Wellness Focus: From fitness classes and wellness subsidies to free 24/7 virtual healthcare, we prioritize the health of our employees. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy excellent benefits, including fully employer-paid options, cost-shared plans, and an RRSP matching program. Dynamic Work Environment: Experience a modern workplace with a casual dress code, fostering a comfortable and productive atmosphere. Community Engagement: We strengthen our commitment to the community with programs like volunteer time, employee-driven initiatives, and monthly giving to charities chosen by our employees.About this RoleWe are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with a talent for balancing multiple priorities to join our team as a Legal Assistant Float. In this dynamic role, you will support various lawyers across all practice areas, providing assistance in a range of legal matters while working in a collaborative and supportive team environment, ultimately contributing to the success of our firm.Core Duties and ResponsibilitiesAs a Float, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:Handle a variety of tasks, including managing mail, couriers, faxes, and document scanning, with priorities that may shift throughout the dayDraft routine correspondence and transcribe dictations, producing legal documents as needed for different practice areasRespond to client inquiries and assist with drop-ins, maintaining professional communication with clients and key partiesConduct client intake, conflict checks, and manage client files, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date recordsSchedule and organize meetings, discoveries, and mediations, while managing the lawyer's changing calendarAdapt to changing workloads, supporting different lawyers, and working across various settings and areas of the firm as neededQualifications and SkillsGraduate of a Legal Assistant/Paralegal program, or equivalent combination of training and experiencePrevious Legal Assistant experienceStrong verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service including patience, empathy and understandingExcellent analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and strong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work independently, follow instructions, and take initiative with minimal supervisionAdept at using technology such as Outlook and the full Microsoft Office suite, and a talent for learning new computer programs quicklyExcellent typing and dicta-transcription skillsA positive team player who contributes to a good team environmentExcellent proofreading skills with the ability to type check material for grammatical, typographical, spelling, diction, and formatting errorsMake Your Mark at BOYNECLARKE LLPHere, you won't just find a job?you'll find a career and a community. If you're ready to contribute to a team that values your expertise and supports your professional journey, apply today and discover where your skills can take you! We will be accepting applications until October 18, 2024.
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LocationDartmouth, NS
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Workplace information
On site
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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
CareerBeacon
#2113541
Advertised until
2024-10-21
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