Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to work for one of our firm's partners. A working knowledge of litigation is required, knowledge of solicitor's work is beneficial as the partner practices both litigation and solicitor's work, generally on behalf of municipalities. You will work directly with the partner.

Skill Required

• A minimum of three (3) or more years of experience as legal assistant;
• Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma from an accredited institution or equivalent experience;
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Outlook/Excel/PowerPoint) ;
• Working knowledge of court forms, court processes and procedures and the Rules of Civil Procedure;
• Time management and communication skills;
• Independent worker.

Duties Include

• Organizing, diarizing, and billing files from opening to closing;
• Preparing, drafting and proofreading correspondence, documents and pleadings, including dicta reporting;
• Organizing and assembling materials for both Court and tribunal work;
• Communicating with our clients, other lawyers and other in the legal process.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary with benefits after probation period;
• A supportive and comfortable work environment;
• Interesting files that are not 'routine' matters; and
• The ability to learn as you work.

Please note that the position being offered is an "in-office" position and there is no "work from home" option available.

While we appreciate receiving all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: TBD

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