Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant – SaskatoonClosing Date: November 6, 2026Competition Number: MLTA-SKN-202610-088Who we areMLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 375 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada's best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.Job summaryMLT Aikins Saskatoon is in search of an experienced Legal Assistant to support our growing and expanding litigation practice. This position provides administrative and clerical support for lawyers in the advocacy and litigation team of the Saskatoon office. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and highly organized, has superior computer, proofreading and time management skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, works independently, follows instructions with minimal supervision and thrives in a fast-paced, professional team workplace .Responsibilities include:Creating documents from standard forms or handwritten notes and editing various legal documentsCompiling court materials such as application records, affidavit exhibits, appeal records and appeal booksMaintaining lawyers' calendars and contacts,
scheduling client appointments as directed and assisting with travel arrangements as directedOrganizing and prioritizing numerous tasks and completing them under time constraintsOpening new client matters and maintaining established filesPreparing client billings, responding to billing inquiries and coordinating with clients on billing preferencesMaintaining an efficient electronic file in a document management systemQualifications include:Graduate of a recognized legal assistant program (equivalencies will be considered)Three to five years of experience in an active litigation practiceAdvanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management softwareDigital dictation transcription skills are advantageous but not requiredStrong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detailA client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clientsWe offer:A competitive salary including individual performance bonusFlexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefitsAccess to group savings plans and investment optionsGrowth and development opportunitiesMentorship and supportA positive and inclusive work environmentOur Diversity StatementMLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.