Legal Assistant - St. Thomas, Canada - Harrison Pensa LLP

Harrison Pensa LLP

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St. Thomas, Canada

3 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Harrison Pensa is actively recruiting for a cross-functional role as a Legal Assistant with a focus on Wills & Estates and Reception coverage for our office located in our St.

Thomas.

This position will be a blended role with a 70% focus on Legal Assistant responsibilities and 30% focus on Reception responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform administrative duties, including preparing/drafting correspondence, electronic and paper filing, entering dockets, preparation of accounts, photocopying, day to day scanning, faxing, arranging couriers, etc.;
Maintains the daytoday schedule and operations for the lawyer(s) to whom they report, maintain a bringforward system, as well as providing appropriate reminders;
Prepare draft Estate Planning documentation; Wills, Primary and Supplementary Wills, Powers of Attorney, affidavits of execution, insurance declarations, letters and reports;
Assist with Charitable Registrations, Family Trusts, and Incorporations;
Assist with Estate Administration tasks including the preparation of documentation and correspondence, communications with financial institutions, and preparation of estate accounting documents;
Communicate to internal and external parties regarding ongoing file management;
Opening, closing and covering reception area;
Answering, screening, and forwarding phone calls in a professional manner for St. Thomas location;
Assisting with couriers and mail;
Ensuring the office is stocked with necessary supplies in mailroom and kitchenette;
First point of contact for clients and visitors;
Assisting with coordinating internal and external meeting requirements, including arranging for catered lunches, as required;
Assist other lawyers and staff within the Wills and Estates practice group when necessary;
Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Postsecondary Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma, Law Clerk Diploma, Paralegal Diploma, or related discipline;
35 years' experience in Wills & Estate Law is an asset;
Strong verbal and written communication skills;
Excellent organizational, attention to detail and timemanagement skills;
Ability to prioritize workloads in a fastpaced practice;
Professional attitude who is courteous and clientfocused;
Ability to work as a team player as well as independently;
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and legal industry software.

At Harrison Pensa, we are a team that values you and your contribution.

We recognize our employees are key in delivering exceptional service for our clients and fostering a supportive environment with the expertise to help you thrive.

We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a collegial environment.
Harrison Pensa LLP is a full-service law firm with offices in St. Thomas and London.

Our team of 60 lawyers provide legal services to individuals, families and businesses on a range of matters including personal injury law, litigation and dispute resolution, family law, wills and estates, charities & not-for-profits, corporate law and real estate.

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, St.

Thomas is a picturesque community with an attractive cost of living, easy commutes, and all the amenities of a big city.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

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