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Adecco Saskatoon is currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join our clients experienced law firm inSaskatoon,Sk.Our Client is firm of dedicated attorneys who specialize in offering legal advice in all major areas of the Law. They pride themselves on building strong relationships with their clients through independent thinking and innovative solutions.
As a Legal Assistant with this firm, you will be working alongside two experienced attorneys, one of them specializing in family law and the other, an expert in litigation. The successful candidate will be required to provide a high degree of accuracy, time management and organizational skills for the benefit of the business and its clients.
Key responsibilities for the Legal Assistant role include:
-Transcribing, editing and drafting various documents from voicemail, email and dictation including: civil and family law pleadings, prenuptial agreements, motions, statements of claim, document disclosures and briefs.
-Responding to client requests and instructions
-Scheduling client appointments
-Entering Lawyers billing time
-Organizing and coordinating lawyers calendar and schedule
-Monthly client billing
-Maintaining large files
-Coordinating and maintaining tax enforcement file
-Performing other related duties
Skills & Qualifications include:
-The ideal candidate must have graduated from a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant program
-Experience working in a legal setting is an asset
-Strong prioritization and organizational skills
-Ability to delegate and communicate effectively; both verbal and written
-Subject matter expert in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
-Ability to exercise good judgment
-Excellent attention to detail
-Ability to work independently and in a team environment
-Ability to exercise sound judgment is essential
-Ability to learn quickly in a fast paced environment is an asset