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    Legal Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - Emery Jamieson LLP

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    We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional to provide legal support in office for our busy law firm in downtown Edmonton. We value compassionate legal services, client satisfaction and file completion. If you have a passion for excellence, thrive on high-quality service, possess a solid work ethic, and interested in growing your own career, we'd like to hear from you.

    We are one of Edmonton's most well-established law firms. We are a modern firm who has evolved over the years, but whose strong reputation for excellence hasn't changed since the 1800's

    Responsibilities:

    • Draft correspondence to clients, legal counsel and the courts
    • Manage the overall operations of files; client billings, file openings, maintenance, time entry and file closings
    • Review and proofread outgoing documents to ensure they are correct and comply with legal procedures
    • Draft and file documents with applicable courts (electronic filing where applicable) and follow-up as required
    • Manage client-related aspects including client relationship management; file organization and management; appointments and meetings; diarizing files and various administrative tasks as required
    • Handle regular and electronic incoming mail and other material, telephone inquiries and couriers, and co-ordinate the flow of information
    • Manage lawyer's calendar and schedule appointments
    • The ability to manage multiple files and adeptly handle day-to-day issues
    • Check for conflicts; complete new client file and matter openings
    • Access and use online legal resources
    • Maintain client contact lists
    • Serve as a Commissioner for Oaths
    • Other related administrative tasks as assigned

    Qualifications:

    • Successful completion of a legal assistant program from a recognized educational institution with a minimum of 2 years related experience OR sufficient years of related experience
    • Understand Alberta Rules of Court and Litigation
    • The capability to prepare routine legal documents without the assistance of a lawyer
    • A strong organizer who consistently keeps files moving forward while juggling priorities within a fast paced, high volume, deadline driven environment
    • Self-motivated with a can-do and positive mindset
    • Professionalism with a calm diplomatic approach
    • Experience with PCLaw, Acumin, Worldox an asset

    At Emery Jamieson LLP we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, sexual orientation, source of income or family status, or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

    Our team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

    We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

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