Job Description

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. We are focused on providing our clients with exceptional service that meets their needs. We offer a positive and professional working environment that demonstrates care and support for our firm members. We also focus on training, and opportunities for mentorship and advancement. Our compensation and benefits program is comprehensive and includes Health, Dental, Disability coverage, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and EAP resources for you and your family and a Pension Plan.


For additional information about the firm, please visit our website at www.tmlawyers.com.

Role Overview:

Taylor McCaffrey is seeking a Legal Assistant to support associates in the area of corporate and commercial law, real estate and business planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Handle administrative tasks with respect to opening and closing files, and perform conflict searches. Organize and manage files by scanning and copying documents. Prepare letters to clients and exchange e-mails with clients. Draft simple corporate, commercial and trust documents. Fill out prescribed legal forms, including corporate forms. Compile electronic document books. Review forms of Offer to Purchase in order to determine key transactional details. Open files and assist with preparation of documents for purchase, sale and financing transactions in real estate program (Lawyer Done Deal). Prepare various Land Titles documents including Transfers, Mortgages, Caveats, Personal Property Security Notices, Discharges and Requests. Assist with due diligence including searches of public records. Assist with completing registrations in applicable Land Titles Offices and Personal Property Registries. Scheduling internal and external meetings, phone calls, and outlook calendar events. Preparing invoices, attending to trust account deposits and requisitions, managing holdback accounts. Monitor and respond to phone calls. Communicate professionally with all internal lawyers and staff, and external clients, referral sources and government offices. Other duties and responsibilities assigned from time to time.

Competencies:

Must be customer service driven. Be able to work independently, including remotely from the office, and also 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. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel). Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and implement projects in a timely manner. Ability to think creatively.

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience Post-secondary education in Legal Administration Experience in a similar role is an asset

Schedule:

35 hour work week, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Qualified candidates can submit their resume and cover letter (including salary expectations) to careers@tmlawyers.com

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

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