Job Description

Unified LLP Calgary is growing again!

We are a collegial and collaborative law firm practicing in the area of Family Law.

Our office is looking to hire a

Legal Assistant

to join our growing team.

Summary of Responsibilities include:

With direction, complete administrative tasks Draft, review and proofread correspondence, documents and forms ensuring accuracy and completeness before sending out or filing Organize, open and manage client files Order requisite records Ensure time-sensitive documents are managed effectively Be familiar with the filing requirements for Alberta Courts and its Rules Maintain tickler systems to monitor key dates for task management Schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments as required General administrative duties including scanning, faxing, and binding Posting of expenses (matter and non-matter) and paying invoices Other duties as assigned by the lawyer
Core Skills & Requirements:

REQUIRED

: Experience and/or strong familiarity with the Alberta Rules of Court*

REQUIRED:

Minimum of 1-year experience as a legal assistant in litigation

ASSET

: experience as a legal assistant in family law (Alberta)

ASSET

: experience with Clio Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams) and Adobe Acrobat or Foxit Possess well-developed organizational and time management skills in order to manage multiple priorities with ease in order to meet tight deadlines Strong communication skills help you to build relationships and provide excellent client service As a confident self-starter, you work well both independently, and in a team environment Operate with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail Show good judgment and respond well to constructive feedback

Salary

: competitive with industry standards and will depend on factors, including level of relevant experience and fit with our firm.

Benefits

: The position also includes group benefits.

This is an

In-Person

role.

We will only consider those with the required experience.

Please address your resume and/or cover letter to Christopher Kim. All documents received will be held in strict confidence.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Clio: 1 year (preferred) Alberta Rules of Court: 1 year (required) legal assistant in Alberta: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Extended health care
Experience:

As a legal assistant in Alberta: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person