Job Description

D\xe2\x80\x99Arcy & Deacon LLP is a mid-sized law firm located at Portage and Main in Winnipeg seeking an experienced Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to provide first-rate professional client services along with the ability to assess and balance multiple tasks of different priority levels, excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently or in a team setting. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Day-to-day administrative tasks including performing conflict searches, opening and closing files, scanning, printing, maintaining efficient electronic and paper filing systems Perform accounting tasks such as review and editing of time entries, generating pre-bills, write-off requests, cheque requests, trust transfers and preparing statements of account Daily interaction with staff, clients, outside agencies and the general public Preparation of pleadings and/or legal documents based on written instruction, verbal direction, and the use of precedents Formatting and complex editing of correspondence, pleadings and legal documents Calendar Management and scheduling of meetings Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal concepts/requirements, principles and terminology We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including an RRSP/DPSP plan. If you are a motivated self-starter who excels in a busy work environment then we invite you to submit a resume in confidence. Job Type: Full-time Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

• 8 hour shift

• legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)