The Practice Group Assistant (PGA) is a valued member of the Family Law practice group who will provide short and long-term coverage to the assistants within the practice group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide support to the practice group with the following, but not limited to:

• Practice group projects


• Workload overflow


• Assisting with screening and scheduling of new client inquiry consults

Provide backup coverage in the absence of other assistants within the practice group including, but not limited to:

• Route or answer correspondence including telephone, email and in-person inquiries


• Perform clerical, administrative, and general office duties including, but not limited to, Court and Land Title filings/registrations, file management to include opening, accounting, document retention & closing along with other general tasks associated with a lawyer’s practice


• Prepare and amend legal documents and correspondence which could include dictation and/or hand‑written notes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
  
  
  
  including the ability to conduct themself in a professional manner with clients, co‑workers, and lawyers


• Strong time-management, organizational skills and able to manage multiple tasks


• Excellent attention to detail, highly organized and proactive/self‑motivated


• Performs well under pressure with tight deadlines and completes repetitive tasks with accuracy


• Ability to work in a team environment


• Strong knowledge of basic legal concepts, principles, and terminology

McLeod Law is an equal chance employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.

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