Legal Assistant

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our growing immigration law firm in Calgary. In this full-time, in-office role, you’ll play a key part in supporting lawyers and clients by managing legal administration, coordinating communication, and keeping files and processes running smoothly.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, wants hands-on experience in immigration law, and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and client service. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values professionalism, growth, and making a real impact on people’s lives through their immigration journey.

Hours to be worked per week: 40 hours per week

Start date: As soon as possible

Employment Conditions: In-office position. There is no option to work remotely.

Work Settings: Immigration Law Firm / General Office

Transportation/ Travel information: Public transportation is available

Benefits:

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

$38,000 - $50,000 yearly

• Handling all administrative duties such as drafting letters, coordinating meetings, processing invoices and expenses, etc
• Dealing with and responding to client inquiries and conducting follow-up as required
• Preparing and maintaining a bring-forward system, as well as providing appropriate reminders
• Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material, and coordinate the flow of information internally and with other departments or organizations
• Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage
• General administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, photocopying materials, booking meeting rooms, making travel arrangements, etc
• Working with other related Departments/services internally to provide documents and other materials on time to meet client needs
• Determine and establish office procedures and routines
• Ensuring all physical and electronic filing is organized and updated on a regular basis
• Perform other general office work as required, including preparing financial statements

Experience & Specialization

Education Requirements:

• Completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant Diploma

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a related occupation, preferably in a law firm

Language Requirements:

• English

Computer and Technology Knowledge:

• SharePoint
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS Word

Areas of Work Experience:

• In-depth understanding of business and legal terminology
• Legal administrative work

Personal Suitability:

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Strong understanding of legal terminology
• Able to handle all administrative duties
• Strong grammatical skills, including punctuation and proofreading, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Large workload

Security and Safety:

• Criminal record check
• Reference required

Ackah Business Immigration Law is a boutique immigration law firm that values deep expertise, exceptional service, and long-term relationships. While our core practice is immigration, we frequently receive client needs that extend beyond our scope. To better support clients and keep referrals in-house, we are expanding our network of trusted professionals through of counsel relationships.