legal assistant
Posted on May 10, 2024
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Employer details
Macdonald Hanley
Job details
Overview: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative support to our legal team and assist with various legal tasks. Duties: - Assist attorneys with legal drafting, including preparing legal documents, contracts, and correspondence - Conduct interviews with clients and witnesses to gather relevant information - Conduct legal research and compile information for cases - Perform data entry and maintain accurate records of case files - Answer phone calls and handle inquiries in a professional manner - Provide general clerical support, such as filing documents and organizing case files - Utilize iManage or similar document management system to organize and store legal documents - Assist with writing reports, memos, and other legal documents as needed - Assist with project management tasks related to legal cases - Perform other administrative duties as assigned Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies or related field preferred - Proven experience working as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role - Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures - Proficient in conducting legal research using various resources - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Familiarity with document management systems such as iManage is a plus We offer competitive compensation based on experience. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Pay: $40,923.22-$50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental care
* Extended health care
* Paid time off
Flexible Language Requirement:
* French not required
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus pay
* Commission pay
* Overtime pay
* Retention bonus
* Signing bonus
* Tips
Education:
* Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
* legal assistant: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
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LocationCalgary, AB
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Salary$40,923.22 to $50,000YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Part time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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