Overview
We are seeking a dedicated litigation Legal Assistant to join our team with experience in family and civil law. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our legal staff and contribute to the efficient operation of our legal department. The firm mainly practices in the areas of criminal, family, civil and personal injury litigation, so a candidate with experience in these areas is preferred. Experience in the areas of Wills & Estates and corporate/commercial is an asset. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience. Family law and civil law specific experience is preferred, however, related litigation experience may also be considered.
Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research and compile data for attorneys
- Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents and correspondence
- Assist in organizing and maintaining legal files and documents
- Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing calendars
- Conduct client interviews and gather relevant case information
- Handle data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
- Support attorneys in trial preparation and court filings
- knowledge of various administrative tasks pertaining to accepting trust and general funds
- Answer phone calls, book consults, accept payments
- Prior general litigation based experience is required
Qualifications
- Proven experience in legal research, writing, and administrative tasks
- Familiarity with legal software such as esilaw
- Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
- Proficiency in proofreading legal documents for accuracy
- Ability to conduct client interviews effectively
- Experience in data entry and file management
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the legal field and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Assistant.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Experience:
- legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
