Job Description

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a highly attentive, motivated, and enthusiastic

Legal Assistant

for a full-time position in our boutique law firm located in St. John's, NL. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday with standard work hours of 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Coordinating and drafting routine legal documents and correspondence for lawyer review. Booking client meetings, discoveries, and arbitrations. Client intake, conflict searches, and opening new client files. Maintaining up-to-date client files, both paper and electronic, with the use of in-house document management system. Assisting with Real Estate transactions. Maintaining close contact with the Court and the supervising lawyer with respect to ongoing proceedings. Maintaining lawyer schedule and agenda. Reviewing and prioritizing incoming mail. Processing large volumes of documents, with ability to use technology to store and organize files diligently. Transcribing dictation. Photocopying, collating, and binding legal documents.

Qualifications:

Excellent proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills. Strong keyboarding skills and an affinity to learn new technology. Knowledgeable experience with Real Estate transactions and PC Law is an asset. Transcription experience is an asset. Energetic and willing to pitch in wherever necessary. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Organized, highly detailed-oriented, and able to effectively prioritize tasks. Accurately follow instructions, ask questions to clarify requirements, and ensure work is completed properly. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Please send a resume and cover letter to info@yourlegalteam.ca by March 31, 2025.

This position is considered a Position of Trust and therefore, a job offer may be subject to a satisfactory security check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-31