Job Description

At Taylor McCaffrey LLP, we know that a successful firm relies on an excellent professional team - paralegals, legal assistants, marketers and communicators, human resources professionals and IT experts. Our legal professional support staff thrive in a respectful, collaborative and dynamic work environment. Taylor McCaffrey LLP encourages all staff to continue their professional development for personal and professional growth.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team. As one of Manitoba's largest law firms, this is a great opportunity to join a thriving law firm and industry leader and grow in your career.


This is an entry level position which is responsible for providing legal assistance as part of a team, to both a senior partner and an associate in practice areas that include real estate and corporate and commercial work.


Taylor McCaffrey LLP will provide training via both formal and informal means to the successful candidate.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative duties including:

Draft letters and agreements Administer accounting transactions, opening and closing files, billing, etc. Enter lawyer's time, prepare invoices; general and trust deposits of cheques Organize and manage files Monitor phone calls and sort incoming mail Produce and finish reporting letters

Other:

Prepare reports to clients Draft legal documents with instructions provided by lawyer Other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time

Competencies

Must be customer service driven Be able to work independently and also work effectively as part of a team Handle a demanding workload and respond to changing priorities as needs arise Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with individuals within the firm and clients external to the firm Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills Strong computer skills Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and implement projects in a timely manner Must be willing to learn

Other

Standard hours: 8:30 - 4:30


Job Type: Full-time


Taylor McCaffrey offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, which includes Health, Dental, Disability coverage, Insurance coverage and a Pension Plan.


Qualified candidates can submit their resume including salary expectations to careers@tmlawyers.com


We thank all applicants for their interest however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP

2200 - 201 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 3L3

Phone: 204-949-1312

Website: www.tmlawyers.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-mccaffrey-llp

Twitter: @TM_Lawyers