Legal Assistant – Wills & Estates / Real Estate

St. Andrews, New Brunswick | Full-Time | In-Office

About Lutz Parish Gerrish

Lutz Parish Gerrish is a respected New Brunswick law firm providing practical, client-focused legal services throughout the province. We pride ourselves on professionalism, integrity, and exceptional client service while fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Wills & Estates and Real Estate practice in our St. Andrews office. This is a full-time, in-office position. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available.

The successful candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional support to lawyers and clients in a busy legal practice.

Responsibilities

* Prepare wills, powers of attorney, personal directives, probate, and estate administration documents.

* Assist with residential and commercial real estate transactions from file opening through closing.

* Draft, format, proofread, and organize legal documents and correspondence.

* Maintain electronic and paper client files and ensure deadlines are met.

* Coordinate lawyer calendars, client appointments, and file activities.

* Communicate professionally with clients, financial institutions, realtors, government offices, and other legal professionals.





* Conduct title searches and assist with real estate registrations as required.

* Assist with billing, file opening and closing, and general administrative duties.

* Maintain strict confidentiality and a high standard of client service.

Qualifications

* Minimum 1 year of experience.

* Experience in Wills & Estates and/or Real Estate is strongly preferred.

* Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

* Solid written and verbal communication skills.

* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software.

* Legal Administration or Paralegal diploma is considered an asset.

Why Join Us?

* Competitive compensation based on experience.

* Supportive and collaborative team environment.

* Professional development opportunities.

* Opportunity to build a long-term career with a respected New Brunswick law firm.

If you are an experienced Legal Assistant who enjoys working in a professional, team-oriented office, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

- Company events
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saint Andrews, NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Canada)
🏢 Lutz Parish Gerrish
📍 Canada