Parlee McLaws LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant for a temporary 4-month contract (with the potential to become permanent) at our downtown Edmonton office which operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
The successful candidate is a self-starter with at least five years’ experience within a litigation practice that includes experience filing at all levels of court, working with blackline changes, and transcription from dictation. Familiarity with virtual meetings and experience in complementary practice areas (e.g. corporate/commercial, labour and employment, and / or administrative / regulatory) are of benefit.
Key requirements:
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high-quality work
- Highly organized and pro-active approach to meeting deadlines with ability to prioritize and problem-solve through personal initiative
- Substantial reliability and adaptability accompanied by a professional demeanor and conduct
- All administrative tasks relating to handling a file from open to close (preparation of legal documents, court searches, court filings, scheduling of applications and questionings, etc.)
- Strong client service and relationship building skills
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge MS Office Suite with working knowledge of other software being an asset (e.g. Netdocs, 3E Elite, Remindex, SpeechExec, FoxIt (Adobe), etc.)
- Experience with preparation of accounts, billing, and time entry with solid understanding of basic accounting principles
Other requirements:
- Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Assistant/Paralegal program (equivalent experience may be considered)
- Adapt to changing priorities and effectiveness in a high-volume work environment
- Team player willing to help other assistants as needed
- Read, write, and speak English fluently, with solid spelling and grammar skills (additional language skills are an asset)
Compensation, Benefits, and Perks Compensation for this role aligns with the required experience. The competitive salary is accompanied by:
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- “Dress for Your Day” dress code (depending on the day’s responsibilities)
Should the role become permanent, the Firm offers a comprehensive extended health and advantages plan, along with pension matching. Our location in the Enbridge Centre provides access to an on-site gym, conference centre, and a variety of events and perks.
Who We Are
Parlee McLaws LLP is a regional law firm with Alberta roots extending back more than 135 years with a work environment that encourages and supports ongoing professional development through peer mentoring and outside education.
Our active Health & Safety, Social, Charity, and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committees connect us to each other and to the community at large.
Interested?
Your application will be confidential, and we look forward to hearing from you! Please submit your cover letter and resume in a single PDF file, to the attention of
[email protected].
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
**Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters.
📌 Legal Assistant - Temporary Contract (Edmonton)
🏢 Parlee McLaws
📍 Edmonton