Civil/Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant
ID: 4323
Job Description
Civil/Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant
Are you looking for the chance to dive right into a new job? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Then, you’re exactly who we are looking for! Our Client, a well-known Insolvency Bankruptcy firm is looking for a friendly and independent Civil/Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. Supportive, dynamic, and kind – you couldn’t ask for a better group of legal professionals to work with. Hit the ground running with this amazing opportunity and apply now! Competitive salary, benefits, and perks offered.
Salary: Up to $72K
Responsibilities
- Drafting, preparing and proofreading correspondence, accounts and various transactional documents and forms.
- Preparing court documents, booking court appointments, examinations and client meetings.
- Dealing with and responding to client inquiries expeditiously and conducting follow up as required.
- Processing incoming and outgoing mail, including maintenance of email accounts and managing files; maintaining precedent systems as may be required within the Firm protocol for knowledge management.
- Maintaining and organizing files in a timely manner both electronic and hard copy as required.
- General administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, photocopying materials, booking meeting rooms and making travel arrangements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Legal Administration and/or Law Clerk Diploma preferred.
- Solid work experience in a legal environment.
- Working knowledge of legal procedures, with a sound understanding of corporate transaction documents.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Excellent technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and data management systems (PCLaw and iManage).
- A professional client and telephone manner.
- Excellent organizational/follow up skills demonstrating attention to detail, proof-reading and accuracy
- A motivated team player able to work well with others of varying ages and backgrounds; willing to support and stand in for colleagues to cover absences.
- Strong problem solving skills along with the ability to work with little instruction or supervision.
- Able to work well under pressure.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to contribute to a positive team environment.
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
