Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our practice, with a primary focus on Family Law and Criminal Defence.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to counsel and will play an important role in assisting the lawyer with: legal drafting, communications with clients, keeping files organized, deadlines managed, and clients informed. We are looking for someone who takes initiative, works well independently, and is comfortable managing competing priorities in a busy litigation practice.

Experience working in a law firm or legal environment is strongly preferred. Experience in family law and/or criminal law would be considered a significant asset.

Responsibilities The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include:

- Opening, maintaining, organizing, and closing client files and ensuring electronic records are accurate and up to date;
- Preparing, formatting, proofreading, and revising legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, court forms, correspondence, briefs, and other materials;
- Filing court documents and assisting with the preparation and organization of materials for applications, hearings, conferences, questioning, and trials;
- Maintaining counsel’s calendar and tracking court appearances, filing deadlines, limitation dates, appointments, and other important dates;
- Communicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel, Crown prosecutors, court personnel, experts, and other third parties;
- Scheduling client appointments, court appearances, meetings, questioning, and other attendances;

Assisting with client intake and gathering information and documentation required for ongoing files;
- Reviewing incoming correspondence and documents, maintaining orderly files, and bringing time-sensitive matters to counsel’s attention;
- Preparing correspondence and routine communications for counsel’s review;




- Assisting with document production, disclosure, exhibits, and hearing or trial preparation;
- Performing administrative tasks associated with the day-to-day management of a busy legal practice; and
- Providing other legal and administrative support as required.

Qualifications & Experience The ideal candidate will have:

- Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, or in a comparable law-office position;
- Strong organizational and time-management skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Solid proofreading skills and attention to detail;
- The ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and competing priorities;
- The ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and follow through on assigned tasks;
- Professionalism and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive client information;
- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new legal and office software quickly;
- Familiarity with Alberta court procedures, filing requirements, and legal terminology is an asset; and
- Previous experience in family law and/or criminal law is strongly preferred.

What We Are Looking For This position would be well suited to someone who is dependable, organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a litigation-focused environment. Family and criminal matters can be rapid-moving and time-sensitive, so the ability to remain organized, communicate professionally, and identify what requires immediate attention is important.

We value someone who takes ownership of their work, asks questions when necessary, and takes pride in producing accurate and professional work.

If you are an experienced legal assistant looking for a position where you can take an active role in the day-to-day management of files and become an important part of a boutique legal practice, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Advantages

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Legal Administrative Assistant – Family & Criminal Law (Edmonton)
🏢 Jarrah Law
📍 Edmonton