Legal Assistant

TLE Law is a boutique law firm located in downtown Edmonton specializing in Aboriginal Law. We are looking for a full-time legal assistant to provide administrative support in conjunction with our existing support staff. Responsibilities include :

• Managing calendars and scheduling appointments.
• Draft, review, and preparing correspondence, pleadings, and affidavits.
• Filing pleadings with various levels of the Courts.
• Managing the workflow for a team of lawyers.
• Preparation of accounts and time entry.
• Organizing documents on file (both hard copies and electronic copies).
• Handling sensitive and confidential information while maintaining client confidentiality.
• Handling incoming telephone inquiries and mail.
• Conducting court searches.
• General administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, preparing binders, and file management; and
• Performing other related administrative tasks as requested.  Qualifications :
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, scheduling, limitations, and deadlines for civil litigation matters.
• High professionalism.
• Self-starter who takes initiative.
• Exceptional proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills.
• Be able to thrive in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge and ability to use MS Excel, Word, and Outlook; and
• Ability to learn and use timekeeping and accounting software. Education and Experience :
• High School diploma
• Graduate from an accredited legal assistant program is an asset.
• 1 – 5 years experience as a legal assistant.
• Knowledge or experience in civil litigation would be considered an asset.Salary will be paid commensurate with experience, $45,000 to $60,000.Benefits : Employee Group insurance plan which includes eligibility for extended health and dental coverage available. On-site gym, and golf simulator. Please submit your resume and references to the attention of Genevieve Bureau, Office Manager, at [email protected].