Legal Assistant

Role Responsibilities

Make a Difference in the Legal Field – Join the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service as a Legal Assistant!

Are you ready to make a real impact in the legal field? The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) is looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join the Slave Lake Crown’s Office. This is your chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with a committed team, and play an essential role in the prosecution of criminal and provincial offenses. Be part of delivering justice to the community while advancing your career in a meaningful way.

Your Key Responsibilities :

• Draft, prepare, process and file routine court documents as required.
• Manage witnesses, including scheduling interviews, coordinating travel arrangements, explaining the criminal process, and addressing questions or concerns.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure proper handling of criminal files.
• Organize, manage, and maintain Crown files.
• Maintain Crown Prosecutor diaries and the diarization system using Outlook.
• Vet, track, and maintain disclosure materials.
• Prepare and file complex legal documentation.
• Respond to and follow up on inquiries from the public, defense counsel, and the accused.
• Conduct legal research at the direction of Crown Prosecutors.
• Use the Justice Online Information Network (JOIN) and Prosecutor Information System Manager (PRISM) to verify charges, court dates, assigned prosecutors, locations, and subpoena witnesses.
• Create and complete various forms of correspondence.
• Assist other Legal Assistants as needed.

What We’re Looking For :