Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Law and Civil Law Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our legal staff and contribute to the effective operation of our legal department. The firm mainly practices in the areas of criminal, family, civil and personal injury litigation, so a candidate with experience in these areas is required. Experience in the areas of Wills & Estates and corporate/commercial is an asset and welcomed. The ideal candidate will have experience of 4 to 7 years. Family law specific experience is preferred, however, related litigation experience may also be considered.
Responsibilities
Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents and correspondence
Assist in organizing and maintaining legal files and documents
Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing calendars
Conduct client interviews and gather relevant case information
Handle data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
Support attorneys in trial preparation and court filings
knowledge of various administrative tasks pertaining to accepting trust and general funds
Answer phone calls, book consults, accept payments
Prior general litigation based experience is required
Experience in family and civil court filing procedures and the MIT process
Qualifications
Proven experience in legal research, writing, and administrative tasks
Proficiency with legal software such as esilaw/unity
Solid organizational skills with great attention to detail
Proficiency in proofreading legal documents for accuracy
Ability to conduct client interviews effectively
Experience in data entry and file management
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the legal field and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Assistant. Compensation will be commensurate to experience in the range of $50,000 to $60,000 per year.