legal assistant
Posted on May 13, 2024
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Dawson, Duckett, Garcia & Johnson
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Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced Legal Assistant to join our team. The Legal Assistant will provide administrative support to our legal team and assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth operation of our legal department.
Responsibilities:
- Perform clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, and scanning legal documents
- Conduct research on legal topics and gather relevant information for cases
- Assist with project management by organizing and maintaining case files
- Utilize iManage or similar document management software to organize and track legal documents
- Proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
- Handle phone calls and inquiries from clients, attorneys, and other parties with professionalism and excellent phone etiquette
- Conduct legal research using Lexis-Nexis or other legal databases
- Maintain an organized calendar for attorneys, scheduling meetings, court appearances, and deadlines
- Assist with the preparation of legal documents, including drafting correspondence, pleadings, and contracts
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Legal Assistant (in criminal law preferred). If no previous experience, then equivalent educational training as a legal assistant or paralegal
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with iManage or other document management software is a plus
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all work performed
Please note that all positions at our company are paid positions. We value our employees' contributions and offer competitive compensation packages.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the legal field and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,056.05-$69,543.10 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Dental care
* Extended health care
* On-site parking
* Paid time off
* Vision care
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
* legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-05-17
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LocationEdmonton, AB
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Salary$39,056.05 to $69,543.1YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Full time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9277958006
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