What We Are Looking ForAird & Berlis LLP is looking to fill an open vacancy for a Legal Assistant to support a team in our Indigenous Practice Law Group. The successful candidate should have strong administrative and organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated experience in monitoring timelines and deadlines, and attention to detail. Prior experience or knowledge of Aboriginal/Indigenous Law and/or environmental and regulatory processes are considered assets. If you have high energy, strong technical skills, are skilled at managing shifting priorities and demands, and enjoy working in a rapid-paced environment, this role would be a good fit for you.ResponsibilitiesIndependently manage the daily operation of a team of legal professionals who represent Indigenous clients with a primary practice focus in Aboriginal/Indigenous Law, including: environmental and regulatory process and the duty to consult, supporting self-government and the establishment of Indigenous laws and policies including child and family services, advancing and negotiating resolutions to outstanding Indigenous claims as well as the negotiation and implementation of modern day treaties, economic development and corporate/commercial supportsPrepare, edit, and complete all necessary correspondence, documentation, and related materialsPrepare documents for Regulatory Boards and TribunalsTrack regulatory and legislative timelines, with a rigorous bring-forward systemAssist with file organization and general practice management for a minimum of one Partner and one associate (e.G., saving notes, file naming, etc.)Complex calendar management, including,



overseeing meeting requests and coordinating with Indigenous clients with respect to booking calls and meetingsMaintain accurate records of CPD hours, including tracking, updating, and submitting necessary informationManage professional licenses and certifications, ensuring timely renewals and compliance with regulatory requirements across the Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, and Yukon law societiesBooking travel and accommodation for client meetings as requiredManage duties related to accounting (dockets, bills, expenses, etc.)Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients, government contacts and other stakeholdersHandle daily administrative detailsProduce the highest quality of workAccountable for all work assignedTake initiativeConfidentialRequirementsMinimum of five years’ previous experience as a Legal AssistantSuccessful completion of a related post‑secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk programKnowledge of procedures related to Regulatory Bodies and government review processes would be considered an assetKnowledge of Aboriginal/Indigenous Law would be considered an assetHandle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demandsSkillsMicrosoft suite of applicationsAbility to problem solveGood judgement and decision makingStrong interpersonal skillsOrganizedResourcefulDetailedCompensationThe salary range for this position is $60, - $75, annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal and market equity.Why You Should ApplyOpportunities for growth and on the job training and developmentCompetitive compensation and benefits packageWe pride ourselves on being a mid‑sized firm with a family feelActive involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteerMentor programWellness programsAny offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Legal Assistant - Indigenous Law - C$60,000 - C$75,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Aird and Berlis
📍 Winnipeg