Tower LLP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join our growing litigation/business law team.
We are looking for someone who is interested in a long-term career with our firm and is eager to contribute to a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment.
The successful candidate will assist our lawyers with a variety of civil litigation matters and play an integral role in managing files from commencement through resolution.
Responsibilities
- Most important: Accounts Receivables; Prepare invoices through Cosmolex.
- General administrative tasks and accounts payable.
- Draft, prepare, and format legal documents and correspondence.
- File Court documents through Alberta's Court systems.
- Manage firm calendar: including litigation deadlines, and limitation periods.
- Organize and maintain electronic client files.
- Schedule questioning, mediations, applications, and other litigation events.
- Review and organize documentary evidence and Affidavits of Records.
- Coordinate service of legal documents with process servers.
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third parties.
- Provide ongoing support to lawyers as required.
Requirements:
- Proficiency in ChatGPT and Claude.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to work both collaboratively and independently without supervision.
Assets
- Self-Starter and go getter attitude. Ideal for someone who takes interest in entrepreneurship.
- Experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal is preferred.
- Experience in civil litigation or solicitor work.
- Experience with Alberta Court filing procedures.
- Experience using Cosmolex.
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Paid training.
- Exposure to an compelling and broad range of legal matters.
- A stable, long-term position with an established and growing law firm.
We are looking for an individual who is dependable, organized, and committed to building a long-term career with Tower LLP.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.