07 Nov
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CBM Lawyers
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Edmonton
07 Nov
CBM Lawyers
Edmonton
Pay: CA$35.00-CA$45.00 per hour
Legal Assistant – CBM Lawyers (Edmonton, AB)
CBM Lawyers is a respected legal firm with over 60 years of service to the legal and insurance industries across Western Canada. Based in the heart of Edmonton near the Ice District and Rogers Arena, our team is known for its commitment to excellence and client-focused service.
We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and is passionate about supporting lawyers in delivering high-quality legal services.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and draft legal correspondence, court documents, and client communications
- Organize and manage legal files, exhibits, and documentation for hearings and trials
- File legal documents with courts (including electronic filing) and follow up as needed
- Coordinate schedules for meetings, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
- Maintain and manage client files, calendars, and deadlines
- Assist with billing, time entry, cheque requests, and other routine accounting tasks
- Handle incoming communications including mail, calls, and courier deliveries
- Support lawyers with administrative tasks to improve efficiency and client service
Qualifications
- Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant program or equivalent experience (minimum 3 years preferred)
- Strong understanding of Alberta Rules of Court and Civil Litigation procedures
- Ability to independently prepare standard legal documents
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Professional demeanor with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience with dictation and legal practice management software (Action Step and Net Documents is an asset)
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a high level of initiative
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- In office gym
- RRSP match
Experience:
- legal assistant: 4 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Company events
- Dental care
- Versatile schedule
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
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