Family Law / Corporate Legal Assistant (Full-Time)
Bayview Law is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to join our growing team in Calgary. This is a permanent, in-office position for an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and providing exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, agreements, and court documents.
Draft documents from lawyer instructions and precedents.
Organize, maintain, and update electronic and physical client files.
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third parties.
Schedule meetings, court appearances, deadlines, and follow-up tasks.
Enter lawyer time and assist with billing and file management.
Prepare statements of account and assist with general trust and administrative matters as required.
File documents with the Alberta Courts electronically or in person when necessary.
Perform general administrative duties to support the legal team and other team support.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
Either:
- a Legal Assistant diploma from SAIT (or another recognized Legal Assistant program), or
- at least one (1) year of experience as a Family Law and/or Corporate Law Legal Assistant in Alberta.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel).
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading and editing skills.
- Experience with legal practice management software, including Clio, is considered an asset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
- A professional, client-focused attitude and a strong work ethic.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Opportunity for professional growth and continued learning.
Stable, full-time employment with a growing law firm.
If you are interested in joining Bayview Law, please submit your resume and cover letter, including your salary expectations and earliest available start date.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
How to Apply
Please submit the following to [email protected] with the subject line "Application for Legal Assistant":
- Your resume;
- Your college transcript.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
