legal assistant
Posted on April 29, 2024
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Maher Legal Services
Job details
*Overview:*
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. The Legal Assistant will provide administrative support in the areas of Family Law and Estate Planning & Administration, experience or interest in Real Estate considered an asset.
This is a full-time position based in our office with flexibility for partial remote work/work from home as needed.
*Your key responsibilities and duties will include:*
- Assist in drafting and proofing various documents, such as routine court documents and correspondence
- Maintain and organize legal files and documents
- Manage calendars and emails, as well as schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings for lawyer
- Liase with lawyers, other assistants, clients and other third-parties to gather necessary information, provide status updates, and manage various aspects of files
- Assist in managing projects and deadlines
- Handle incoming calls, emails, and other communications with professionalism and confidentiality
- Perform general clerical duties, including photocopying, scanning, and maintaining files
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
*The ideal candidate will possess: *
- Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role preferred (a minimum of 1 year)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines
- Strong problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional communication etiquette (phone, email, and in-person)
- Knowledge of legal drafting and research techniques
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
*Qualifications and Requirments*
* Graduate of accredited Legal Assistant program and/or a minimum 1-3 years of experience;
* Experience in family law and estate law is an asset;
* Comprehensive knowledge of legal terminology;
* Highly organized;
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills;
* Ability to follow instructions and meet strict deadlines;
* Display a great attention to detail;
* Capable of prioritizing a high volume of tasks; and
* Familiarity with Clio (practice management software) is an asset.
_Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:_
* 1 year of education for 1 year of experience
* 1 year of experience for 1 year of education
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* On-site parking
* Paid time off
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ponoka, AB T4J 1H9
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LocationPonoka, AB
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Salary$40,000 to $55,000YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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