Job Description

Job Overview

Oatley Vigmond is Ontario's Personal Injury Law Firm, and we are currently seeking a Full-Time Partner Legal Assistant to join our Barrie Office on a 6-month contract. The ideal candidate will possess strong clerical skills, exceptional phone etiquette, and a thorough understanding of legal documentation and procedures.

Starting Salary

: $45,000 per year

Responsibilities

Assist lawyers in preparing for trials, hearings, and meetings by organizing case files and documentation. Manage data entry tasks to maintain accurate records and databases. Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents, correspondence, and reports to ensure clarity and compliance with the firm's policies and procedures. Handle phone communications professionally, providing information to clients and scheduling appointments as needed. Organize and maintain physical and electronic filing systems for easy retrieval of documents. Prepare for client interviews by gathering necessary information and documentation in advance. Collaborate with team members to streamline administrative processes and improve overall efficiency.

Qualifications

Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma Minimum of two years' experience as a legal assistant or in a comparable administrative role within a law firm or legal department. Strong clerical skills with proficiency in data entry and document management systems. Exceptional writing skills with a keen eye for proofreading to ensure accuracy in all written materials. Demonstrated ability to maintain professionalism through effective phone etiquette when interacting with clients and colleagues. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines. A proactive approach to problem-solving with attention to detail in all aspects of work.
Qualified applicants are invited to apply in confidence to Pearl Graham at pgraham@oatleyvigmond.com. Please include a cover letter, resume and reference letters if available.

We thank all candidates for their interest in Oatley Vigmond; however, only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

Oatley Vigmond is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

For more information about our firm, please visit our website at www.oatleyvigmond.com.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off
Education:

DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:

legal assistant: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person