Legal Assistant (Calgary)

Legal Assistant (Calgary)

29 Sep
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Litwiniuk
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Calgary

29 Sep

Litwiniuk

Calgary

Who We AreAt Litco Law, we are known for our extraordinary and unsurpassed firm culture – and for the people behind that culture. We've been recognized as a Canadian Top Employer and as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures and know that this kind of success only happens when you have amazing people on your team who are passionate about their work, the company, and their clients.By joining Litco Law, you will be part of an incredible team of passionate, purpose-driven people who believe in excellence and focus on doing their best work every day. Our core values guide everything we do and are reflected in how we interact with our clients, team members, and community.Who You AreHave minimum of 3 - 5 years experience in a litigation legal assistant capacity or similar roleHold a Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate from a recognized institution, or have equivalent practical experienceHave experience supporting lawyers through the litigation process, from intake through resolutionDemonstrate strong proficiency with MS Suite applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPointHave strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and sound judgementCan maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive client and firm informationWork efficiently under pressure and can manage changes, interruptions, competing priorities, and strict deadlinesDemonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with a proven track record of responsiveness, accuracy, and meeting deadlinesAre able to learn new systems quickly and use them effectively and efficientlyHave effective prioritization, problem-solving,



and time-management skillsAre comfortable working independently while also collaborating with lawyers and team membersAre open to learning and receptive to constructive feedbackAre able to successfully pass a criminal and background record checkHow You'll Make a DifferenceOur Legal Assistants play an essential role in keeping client files organized, accurate, and moving efficiently through the litigation process. Reporting to the Legal Assistant Manager, you will provide day-to-day support to assigned lawyers while coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, medical professionals, insurance adjusters, vendors, and other parties.Manage and maintain client files in a logical and orderly manner, ensuring information is accurately documented in the firm's file management softwareSupport the efficient movement of client files through each stage of the litigation processAssist with collecting and organizing evidence and information required to advance client claimsDraft, file, and serve legal documents, including Statements of Claim, Affidavits of Records, Applications, Affidavits, Orders, and other litigation documentsMonitor and ensure filing, service, and other critical limitation deadlines are metCommunicate professionally and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, medical practitioners, insurance adjusters, vendors, and other external partiesManage lawyer calendars and coordinate questionings, mediations, JDRs, trials, client meetings, and related logisticsSchedule Independent Medical Examinations, vocational assessments, specialist assessments, and other appointments as requiredMeet with clients to swear or affirm Affidavits, execute documents, provide updates, and answer questionsReview and track trust conditions on settled files,



ensuring required documentation is properly completed and providedWork collaboratively with lawyers and team members while taking ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilitiesIdentify opportunities to keep files, processes, and communications organized and moving forwardPerform other duties as assignedWhat We OfferAt Litco Law, we know that a caring team is a team that is cared for. Just a few of the perks of joining our team include...High-performance culture – You can be a dreamer, and you're not the only one. Thrive in our A-player community of high-achieving visionaries with a passion for finding ways to make a positive impact.Learning and development opportunities – We will support and invest in your evolution and improvement because we believe that exceptional people crave the chance to grow.Freedom and responsibility – We have a culture of freedom and responsibility, which means hiring talented people and then getting out of their way. We believe in trust and transparency, flexibility, recognition, and appreciation.100% company-funded benefits – The well‐being of our team members always comes first. Dental, vision, employee assistance, health spending account, you name it – we cover it.In‐house book club – We get paid to read! At Litco Law, we believe in rewarding our team members for investing time in their personal and professional development.Flexibility – Yes, the rumours are true! We offer unlimited paid vacation and a hybrid model for working remotely and in‐office.Check out our Careers website here to learn more.We Are Growing Fast. Join Us. Litco Law provides a home for the mountain climbers, dreamers, and hardworking people who want to make a difference in the world. We offer multiple locations, state‐of‐the‐art technology to support our clients and team members, and a workplace culture like no other. Join us today.

📌 Legal Assistant (Calgary)
🏢 Litwiniuk
📍 Calgary

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