Our client is a leading law firm practicing in union-side labour law, human rights, employment law, professional regulatory law, constitutional law, and public interest litigation. They are seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join their team. Offered is a collegial, down-to-earth environment where staff, clients and the community are valued. Priority is given to the candidate who is a team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to assigned lawyers and other members of firm team
- Open and close files, organize and maintain electronic and paper filing
- Draft and prepare letters, memorandum and submissions as directed by lawyers
- Compile, format and produce books of authorities and documents, applications and submissions
- Coordinate with clients, arbitrators, administrative tribunals and courts to arrange dates for hearings and court proceedings
- Assist with reviewing and organizing documentary evidence
- Manage assigned lawyers’ calendars and bring forward systems to ensure deadlines are met
- Process billable and non-billable time and disbursements and prepare client invoices
- Sharing responsibility for answering telephones, welcoming clients, photocopying, and closing files
- Other tasks as assigned to the administrative team.
Qualifications:
- Certificate or diploma from a recognized legal administrative assistant program or 2+ years’ experience as a legal administrative assistant is an asset
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and team work skills
- Excellent attention to detail and keyboarding accuracy
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word
- Proficiency with document management systems is an asset
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize work and manage time effectively with minimal direction
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, ranging from $55,000 to $65,000 annual salary. Also included are comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, paid sick days and a defined-benefit pension. Furthermore, three weeks’ vacation (prorated) commencing in the first year of employment is provided. Please send your resume today!