Civil Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Civil Litigation Legal Assistant
Looking to make a change this season? Want to step up your skill level? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our Client, a well-established and highly recognized law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Legal Assistant to join their office. The role offers you a chance to further your professional development by taking on a wide range of responsibilities, while still keeping the work-life balance you need. The firm will also have you working with an amazing team of legal professionals, providing a warm and supportive environment for you to thrive in. Benefits, perks, and a competitive salary are also offered. It doesn’t get better than this…apply now!
Salary: Up to $70K
Key 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.
Qualifications
- 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 civil litigation, construction litigation. Bankruptcy – Insolvency would be an asset.
- 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.
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
