Legal Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - Emery Jamieson LLP

Emery Jamieson LLP

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Legal Assistant - Litigation

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; file openings, maintenance, and 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 followup as required Draft general pleadings and court documents, prepare affidavits of records, undertaking responses from questioning, chambers motions (Master and Justice regular and Specials), collection and bankruptcy proceeding
Manage clientrelated 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 coordinate the flow of information
Handle routine accounting procedures: billing, cheque deposits/requests, time entry, etc.
Manage lawyer's calendar and schedule appointments
The ability to manage multiple files and adeptly handle daytoday issues
Review and proofread outgoing documents to ensure they are correct and comply with legal procedures
Check for conflicts and submit file opening requests
Assist paralegals and lawyers from other office with notarizing, filing, searches, disbursements, etc.
Access and use online legal resources
Handle routine accounting procedures: billing, cheque deposits/requests, time entry, etc.
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 3 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
High drive and initiative, selfmotivated with a cando 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.

Pay:
$52,000.00-$56,000.00 per year

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