Legal Assistant/paralegal - Edmonton, Canada - Bassili Law
Bassili Law
Edmonton, Canada
Verified Company
3 weeks ago
Description
Job Summary:
Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals
- Conduct legal research and compile data from various legal references
- Organize and maintain documents in electronic filing systems
- Coordinate appointments, including managing calendars and scheduling meetings
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions
- Handle incoming calls and route them to the appropriate individuals
- Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits and preparing trial binders
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, or Paralegal
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research tools
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Familiarity with project management principles
- Basic understanding of legal drafting
- Strong phone etiquette
- Clerical skills for administrative tasks
If you meet the requirements above and are looking to contribute your skills in a dynamic legal environment, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type:
Part-time
Pay:
From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Work from home
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- legal assistant: 1 year (required)
Location:
- Edmonton, AB T5H 4C6 (required)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5H 4C6