Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to lawyers and legal professionals
- Prepare and proofread legal documents, including contracts, briefs, and pleadings
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Assist with case management, including organizing files and maintaining document databases
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings for attorneys
- Manage and maintain calendars, ensuring deadlines are met
- Assist in drafting correspondence and preparing client communications
- Handle client inquiries and provide excellent customer service
- Perform data entry tasks and maintain accurate records
Experience:
- Previous experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role preferred
- Proficient in proofreading legal documents for accuracy and clarity
- Familiarity with legal software such as iManage is a plus
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of legal drafting techniques and terminology
- Excellent interviewing skills to gather information from clients and witnesses
- Strong clerical skills, including filing, organizing, and maintaining records
- Ability to conduct thorough research using legal databases and other resources
- Highly organized with attention to detail
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for the legal field. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. If you meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- legal assistant/Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
