At Taylor McCaffrey LLP, we know that a successful firm relies on an excellent professional team – paralegals, legal assistants, marketers and communicators, human resources professionals and IT experts. Our legal professional support staff thrive in a respectful, collaborative and dynamic work environment. Taylor McCaffrey LLP encourages all staff to continue their professional development for personal and professional growth.
Who are we?
Taylor McCaffrey LLP is one of Manitoba’s leading law firms, committed to delivering exceptional service that truly meets our clients’ needs. We take pride in offering a positive, professional environment where experienced team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to excel.
Our culture is built on meaningful training, opportunities for mentorship – an ideal setting for mid career professionals looking to deepen their expertise and continue growing in their field.
We also provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including health and dental coverage, disability insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment protection, EAP resources for you and your family, and a pension plan designed to support your long term well being and financial security.
For additional information about the firm, please visit our website at www.tmlawyers.com.
Role Overview:
We are currently seeking a full-time Legal Assistant for our team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely on a team comprised of a legal assistant who supports a group of Litigation and Labour Lawyers and performs substantive work that requires knowledge of Civil Litigation and Corporate & Commercial Litigation, including personal injury and medical malpractice, insurance, construction, professional and corporate governance issues and pension law. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoy being a trusted support resource, this role could be an excellent fit for you.
We are seeking an individual who approaches their work with integrity- someone who demonstrates a strong work ethic, takes personal accountability, presents themselves professionally, and upholds high ethical standards. If you take pride in delivering exceptional administrative support while fostering a positive team environment, we would love to hear from you.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drafting correspondence to clients and counsel, ensuring clarity and professionalism.
- Preparing pleadings and legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Transcribing dictation to produce letters, emails, and court documents.
- Compiling and organizing briefs for legal proceedings.
- Reviewing examination for discovery transcripts and preparing undertakings lists.
- Managing data in Eclipse, including editing and organizing Affidavit of Documents.
- Processing lawyer time, invoices, and general and trust cheque deposits.
- Handling billing, including preparing pre-bills and making revisions.
- Organizing and maintaining files through scanning, copying, and document systems.
- Conducting basic legal research using CanLii and Westlaw.
- Monitoring incoming phone calls and communications.
- Reviewing documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Preparing files and materials for hearings.
- Maintaining files within a document management system.
- Supporting additional administrative and legal duties as required.
Competencies:
- Must be customer service driven
- Must show initiative to anticipate the needs of lawyers
- Be able to work independently and work effectively as part of a team
- Handle a demanding workload and respond to changing priorities as needs arise.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with individuals within the firm and clients external to the firm.
- Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills
- Strong computer skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and implement projects in a timely manner
- Experience with Acumin and Eclipse is considered an asset.
Qualifications:
- 2 years’ experience is considered an asset, but we welcome applications from post-secondary legal graduates with administrative experience who seek to learn and develop their skills and experience then advance in the firm.
- Post secondary education in Legal Administration or a comparable program.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Experience in a similar legal support role considered an asset.
Schedule:
- 35-hour work week, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Job Type:
Qualified candidates can submit their resume and cover letter (including salary expectations) to
[email protected]
Taylor McCaffrey LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all firm members.
Reasonable accommodations are available during our assessment and selection processes.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
Taylor McCaffrey LLP
2200 – 201 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 3L3
Phone: 204-949-1312
Website: www.tmlawyers.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-mccaffrey-llp
Instagram: @TM_Lawyers
