Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will serve as the first point of contact for clients, providing exceptional customer service while managing a variety of administrative tasks. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. You will be working alongside our Senior Family Clerk to help manage scheduling, diarizing, filing, and general organization for our family lawyers.

Responsibilities

Greet clients and visitors warmly, ensuring a positive first impression of the firm. Manage incoming calls with excellent phone etiquette, directing calls to appropriate personnel. Perform data entry tasks accurately, maintaining up-to-date client and case files within our filing, billing, and communication/scheduling systems. Organize and file legal documents systematically for easy retrieval. Support project management efforts by tracking deadlines and ensuring timely completion of tasks. Supporting our Senior Clerk to manage the scheduling and general organization of our family lawyers. Assist with billing. Maintain confidentiality of all client information and adhere to legal ethical standards.

Experience

Five years previous experience as a Legal Assistant required in a family law environment. Proficiency in using Outlook, Dropbox, and legal billing software. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effective interaction with clients and staff. Strong sense of professionalism. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize.
If you are passionate about providing exceptional support in a legal setting and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Assistant.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Have you been a legal assistant for at least five years?
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-16