Vermilion River Law, a law firm in Vermilion Alberta, is seeking to hire a legal assistant/Conveyancer for the areas of residential and commercial real estate, with some cross-training and coverage for other areas of law. The start date is adaptable, and applications will remain open until we have found the right candidate.
We envision the position as full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30-4:30, but we would consider part time or a modified schedule for the right applicant. This position is a long term position that requires significant training, so we are looking for candidates who intend to remain in the area.
Previous legal experience or training, particularly in the area of real estate law or banking, would be an asset. Please highlight any relevant experience on your cover letter. We are prepared to train the right candidate.
The position includes managing residential and commercial real estate files, including drafting transfer and mortgage documents and communicating with clients, lenders and other law firms. Providing general office coverage, including covering tasks at reception, and assisting on files in other areas of the office, will occur from time to time including to cover other staff holidays.
Salary will be based on experience.
If you are considering applying for this position, you should be prepared to:
- work in a team environment,
reporting directly to the lawyer responsible for the file.
- Multi-task, balancing multiple deadlines and files at the same time
- Pay close attention to detail, ensuring documents are drafted correctly, figures are balanced, and timelines are met. Both math and English language skills are essential.
- Take initiative. There are periods of time in our office where we are really busy, and times when things are slower. We expect you to manage your time appropriately and keep busy, but also to ask for assistance if your workload becomes more than you can manage.
- Ask when you don’t understand something, and anticipate potential complications as soon as they arise. Taking direction, and understanding when the lawyer needs to be involved in communication are both important aspects to this job.
- Take an interest in what you are doing. A knowledge and interest in the law will make you a better assistant.
- Candidate must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
Send resumes and cover letters attention Rebekah H. Warkentin by e-mail
[email protected] Please include a minimum of two employment references. We thank all candidates for their interest but only those contacted for an interview will be notified.
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
📌 Conveyancing Assistant (Vermilion)
🏢 Vermilion River Law
📍 Vermilion