LEGAL ASSISTANT
Moss Hachey Law is looking to expand our team! We’re a new and modern law firm located in Fredericton, New Brunswick. We practice civil litigation, primarily in the areas of personal injury and insurance law. This position is for a permanent, full-time employment from the hours of 8:30am to 5pm.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Legal
Assistant. We are looking for a person who can help us keep our office running smoothly while also providing excellent customer service to our clients.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting and writing legal correspondence, affidavits, document summaries;
- Answer and direct phone calls, take messages as needed;
- Drafting wills and power of attorney documents;
- Billing time entries, minor bookkeeping tasks;
- Assist with data entry, file organization, and other administrative tasks as assigned
- Assist attorneys with legal research, document preparation, and other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
- 1-2 years of experience in a legal or administrative support role preferred, but not required;
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other standard office software;
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines;
- Good time-management and organization skills;
- Impeccable attention to detail;
- Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit for our team to [email protected]. We offer a competitive salary in relation to relevant experience. We also have a medical benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm.
All applications will be kept confidential.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
