Our downtown client is seeking a legal assistant with a minimum of 1 year of legal experience who is eager to grow, and build their skills.

This role provides support to associates and paralegals within the litigation department, reporting to the Paralegal Supervisor. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, well-developed interpersonal skills, will be organized, and flexible. A willingness to learn and a positive, professional attitude are essential; prior experience in litigation is considered an asset.

The position offers competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Hours of work are 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- General administrative tasks including data entry, photocopying, scanning, mail and courier package preparation, and file management
- Providing backup support to other legal assistants and paralegals
- Conduct court searches
- Draft correspondence, a variety of legal documents including briefs, factums, and court documents
- Prepare pre-trial and trial documents including maintenance of trial binders and limitations
- Coordinate and schedule various applications, questionings, meetings and maintain calendars
- Preparation of accounts, time entries, and billings
- Respond to daily inquiries from lawyers, other legal assistants, and clients
- Other duties as assigned

DESIRED SKILL SET

- High professionalism and the ability to respect confidentiality
- Robust organizational skills
- Be able to multi-task and prioritize




- Interpersonal skills
- Reliable and accountable
- Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment

TECHNICAL ASSETS

- Must have working knowledge in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams
- ACUMIN knowledge an asset
- Net Documents knowledge an asset

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- A minimum of 1 year direct experience as a litigation legal assistant
- Be a graduate of an accredited legal assistant program

If you possess the necessary skills and are eager to contribute to a professional legal team dedicated to excellence in litigation services, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

We thank all candidates who apply, however due to the high volume of resumes, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

KPM Staffing Inc. Our team specializes in connecting invested, talented individuals with reputable Alberta organizations the first time around.

With decades of experience behind us, our team takes a holistic approach when it comes to understanding the level of calibre companies seek in their workforce. We are also passionate about assisting candidates during various points in their careers, whether you’re an eager graduate or a seasoned professional looking to make a transition. We leverage the most comprehensive recruiting processes to create on-target matches for both our clients and candidates.

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Work Location: In person

📌 Litigation Legal Assistant - Floater (Edmonton)
🏢 KPM Staffing
📍 Edmonton