Real Estate Land Legal Assistant - Calgary, Canada - Lawson Lundell

Lawson Lundell

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Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Real Estate Land Legal Assistant - Calgary
Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife.

The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC's Top Employers for 2024.

Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest-growing law firm in Western Canada.

Standard Responsibilities:

Drafting, preparing and proofreading correspondence, accounts and various transactional documents and forms.
Land title searches, and general searches
Real Estate focusing on land transactions
Opening, organizing and maintaining files both electronic and hard copy as required
Maintaining and organizing client contacts, files and various calendars
Preparing forms such as cheque requisitions, wire transfers, trust deposits, and expense reports
Prioritizing workflow to ensure completion of accurate work within established timelines
Dealing with and responding to client inquiries expeditiously and conducting followup
General administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, preparing materials and working with other related Departments/services internally to provide documents and other materials on time to meet client needs
Managing administrative tasks including time entry and monthly billing cycle
Updating and maintaining client/matter lists and current client contact records electronically
Demonstrating a team approach, ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality; accountability in relation to both internal and external clients to achieve outputs and goals for the Department and the Firm
Other legal administrative duties as assigned or required

Qualifications:

Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate or Diploma from an accredited institution
Strong Administrative skills
Advanced Microsoft Word skills, proven ability to create and edit large documents
Proven proactive organizational/followup skills; strong grammatical skills, including punctuation and proofreading, attention to detail and accuracy are required.
Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and Document Management Systems (iManage, Aderant) is also an asset.
Detailoriented, strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner
Highly dependable and adaptable with a great work ethic
Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fastpaced environment
Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegial team
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written English communication skills

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D.
Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a preapproved list, including memberships and gym equipment.
Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year.
Paid Parental leave topup.
Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides an opportunity for our staff to expand their skills and knowledge.
Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, yearend bonuses and an employee referral bonus program.
Fun Environment: annual yearend party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.
Awards: longterm service and bonus vacation awards.

What to expect:

A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and our clients
An environment where constant learning is encouraged
A fun and collaborative work environment
A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
A commitment to providing a discriminationfree and harassmentfree workplace environment

We support equal opportunities for all applicants and encourage all people of visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter here.