Job Description

Stringam Law is recruiting for a Legal Assistant | Swift Current, Saskatchewan

Stringam Law is one of Alberta and Saskatchewan's largest regional law firms, providing premium, tailored legal advice with over 100 years of experience, and we are by no means stuck in the past. Our demand for excellence has shaped us into a focused and streamlined firm, committed to providing the very best legal services.

With offices located in Lethbridge, Grande Prairie, Medicine Hat, Swift Current, Canmore, Banff, Calgary, Fort McMurray, Beaverlodge, Brooks, Taber, and Moose Jaw, our team has experience handling a variety of cases in all areas of law, from litigation, family and divorce to business, real estate, agriculture, and personal injury.

Are you interested in becoming the next member of this exceptional team? Our goal is to employ great people who are interested in contributing to the success of our business and the profession we serve. We hope you choose Stringam as your employer of choice towards a meaningful career in law.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for an exceptional individual to take on the role of Legal Assistant in support of our office in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. This position will primarily support our Wills & Estates practice, while also assisting in other general areas of law as needed.

Responsibilities include:

Preparing and drafting documents such as Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Personal Directives, and applications for Grants of Probate and Administration Assisting with Estate management, including record keeping, accounting, releases, and distributions of assets Taking in client and Estate information, opening and organizing files, and preparing initial drafts of correspondence and documents Following up on matters with clients, beneficiaries, the Court, Land Titles Office, banks, and other parties as required Providing general administrative and legal support to lawyers across multiple practice areas, including maintaining files, scheduling, and managing deadlines Responding knowledgeably and professionally to client inquiries Organizing and maintaining client files, both electronic and physical, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality at all times

Qualifications:

Minimum 1-3 years' experience as a Legal Assistant preferred Experience in Wills & Estates law is a strong asset; experience in other practice areas such as Real Estate, Family, or Litigation is an advantage Professional demeanor with the ability to manage incoming client inquiries and work well with colleagues, lawyers, and external contacts Excellent organizational and time management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Reliable and able to work independently while taking initiative when required Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ProLaw or similar legal software is an asset

Compensation & Hours:

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. This is a regular full-time position with working hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, subject to change from time to time. We provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, critical illness, long-term disability, vacation, and sick time benefits.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume, quoting the job title in the subject line, to the attention of Kenny Davey at hr@stringam.ca, All applications will be held in strict confidence. Stringam is an equal opportunity employer.

Stringam wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Walk in resumes will not be accepted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Experience:

legal assistant : 3 years (preferred) Legal drafting: 3 years (preferred)
Location:

Swift Current, SK S9H 0L5 (required)
Work Location: In person