Job Description

Dunsmuir Ridler is looking for a Legal Assistant to join our Family Law team.

This candidate would ideally be an experienced individual who is comfortable working in a multi-tasked, fast paced, professional environment. The candidate we are looking for is someone who is well spoken, respectful, possess strong technical skills and has an intermediate level of knowledge of family law in Ontario. The candidate will be the legal assistant for the two Associate Family Law Lawyers at Dunsmuir Ridler.

The candidate must be available to work

in office

from Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a business casual dress attire.

General daily tasks include:

Scheduling calls/meetings and Court appearances on behalf of the lawyers Filing of documents and correspondence in their respective files Minor filing of client documents with the Court (through the SCJ portal) Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize deadlines Attentiveness to details/proofreading legal documents and/or correspondence Intake processing for potential new clients (including running of conflict searches) Drafting routine correspondence Preparing client invoices and following up with clients Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel Strong communication skills Professional and respectful attitude The ability to be patient and kind in high conflict situations Maintain confidentiality of client-business information

Requirements:

Fluent in English (additional languages a bonus) Ontario Driver's License Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Divorcemate and LEAP (advantages)
Education:

DCS/DEC (preferred)
Experience:

Legal/Administrative experience Family law field: 3+ years (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person