Our client has an outstanding track record in strata and civil law and are currently recruiting for a full time, permanent Legal Administrative Assistant. This is an in office position with benefits provided.
Responsibilities:
- File preparation and management
- Daily communication with clients, experts and opposing counsel
- Time entry and billing
- Booking court dates and discoveries
- Prepare correspondence, faxes and documents from precedent documents using application software (Word/Outlook/Worldox)
- Organization and assembly of chambers records, books of authorities, appeal records and appeal books
- Preparation of List of Documents and Bill of Costs
- Other general and administrative tasks as required
Qualifications
- 2-4 years of experience working as a Legal Assistant within a law firm
- Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program
- Knowledge of the Rules of Court, court practices and procedures
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office and Worldox
- The ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines
- Excellent English written and oral skills
- Attention to detail and solid organizational skills
- Service oriented, adaptable, reliable and dependable
- Professional work ethic and great attitude
- The ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
If this sounds like a good fit for you, please send us your resume today.