Job Title: Legal Assistant

Salary Range: $55, 000- $70, 000

Job description:

Since 1986, SVR Lawyers has been helping insurers, businesses, condominium corporations and private individuals resolve their most important and complex legal challenges. Our team of highly skilled and determined lawyers strives to provide clients with the very best legal representation through responsive, thorough, effective and innovative legal solutions and advocacy.

SVR Lawyers is looking for intermediate Legal Assistants to join our team in downtown Calgary.

A successful candidate is a self-starter with high attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and exceptional organizational skills that effectively support 2 or more lawyers with busy practices. Wage commensurate with experience

Duties:

- File and organize legal documents, correspondence, and case records
- Provide administrative and organisational support to lawyer(s).
- Perform data entry tasks to update and maintain case management systems
- Assist in drafting and proofreading legal documents
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings
- Prepare and distribute legal correspondence and documents

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; Legal Administrative Diploma is ideal
- 3+ experience is required
- Experience with Unity and/or NetDocs is an asset
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal software applications
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information




- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
- Current resident of Calgary, AB or surrounding areas
- Pass a National Criminal Record Check

Job Type:

- Full-time, Monday to Friday, in office.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Successful applicants will be required to complete a national criminal back ground check.

If you are a detail-oriented individual with solid organizational skills and a passion for the legal field, we encourage you to apply for the position of Legal Assistant. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced lawyers and contribute to the success of our firm. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications or references. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional pay:

· Overtime pay

Flexible language requirement:

· French not required

Education:

· Secondary School (preferred)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB T2B 0P9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- Legal assistance: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Legal Assistant (Calgary)
🏢 SVR Lawyers
📍 Calgary