Kazmi Law Office is a small law firm located in NW Calgary. Our primary areas of practice are residential and commercial real estate, corporate law, and wills and estates. We are seeking an experienced legal assistant to cover a one year maternity leave. The candidate must have at least two years' experience in real estate conveyancing and the ability to handle administrative duties.
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As a Legal Assistant you would be responsible for
Client intake procedures
Corresponding with clients, lenders, realtors, mortgage brokers
Conveyancing of real estate files including preparing mortgages and reporting
Corporate minute book maintenance including filing annual returns and annual resolutions
General administrative duties including accounts payable
Bookkeeping, and organizing and maintaining files
The Ideal candidate would possess the following qualities:
Excellent customer service skills
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and PC Law
Strong English language communication skills (written and oral)
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to take initiative and ability to multitask
Work with minimal supervision
Good time management skills
Attention to detail
Ability to learn quickly
Requirements:
Legal Assistant Diploma (or work experience in lieu of diploma)
Minimum two years of experience as a real estate legal assistant
Experience with PC Law or Actionsteps Soluno and real estate conveyancing software
Able to handle real estate conveyancing files from start to finish including billing and reporting
Compensation:
Health and dental perks
Market-competitive salary, commensurate with experience
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Job Type: Full-time
Advantages
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Application question(s):
What legal software do you have experience in using?
Experience:
real estate legal assistant: 2 years (required)