Junior Legal Assistant - Toronto, Canada - Aird & Berlis LLP

Aird & Berlis LLP
Aird & Berlis LLP
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Toronto, Canada

5 days ago

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Description

Who We Are:


Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto's financial district, across from Union Station.

With over 220 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.


What We Believe In:


The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported.

We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide.

We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things:
client service, your career and your life.


What We Are Looking For:


Responsibilities:


  • Independently manage the various administrative needs for a number of Articling/Summer Students
  • Prioritize, prepare and complete all necessary documentation
  • Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients
  • Handle administrative details with respect to correspondence, accounting, expenses etc.
  • Able and willing to work in a variety of different practice areas
  • Produce the highest quality of work
  • Accountable for all work assigned
  • Take initiative
  • Confidential

Requirements:


  • Successful completion of a postsecondary program in a Legal Assistant and/or Law Clerk program
  • Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands

Skills:


  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Ability to problem solve
  • Good judgement and decision making
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Organized
  • Resourceful
  • Detailed

Why You Should Apply:


  • Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • We pride ourselves on being a midsized firm with a family feel
  • Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer
  • Mentor program
  • Wellness programs
  • Please note that we have suspended our vaccination policy at this time._
  • Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check._

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