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McKercher LLP, a full service law firm with over 50 lawyers is seeking a Legal Assistant to work with our Solicitor group in the Saskatoon office. You will be assisting lawyers and clients as they work through legal proceedings, including providing assistance with document preparation and administrative functions. This position involves working under tight time schedules and on numerous files at any given time.
The ideal candidate must possess excellent technical and administrative skills; have the ability to prioritize and expedite workflow; possess the ability to handle changing priorities; and be extremely organized.
Your required skills and knowledge include:
- Handling and prioritizing workload independently; calendaring deadlines; assisting with trial preparation; finalizing legal documents using Microsoft Word; and fielding telephone inquiries
- Flexibility to work with changing priorities
- Processing large volumes of documents
- Meeting strict deadlines
- Problem solving with minimal supervision
- Communicating in a professional manner with lawyers, other team members, and clients
- Possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- Exercise independent judgment and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
To be successful in the role, you have:
- At least 2-5 years experience in a legal assistant environment.
- Advanced PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office and Outlook along with the ability to learn other firm-specific software
- Strong dicta transcription skills
- Excellent proofreading skills
- The ability to work independently, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative
- A willingness to learn and contribute to the team
The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and a rewarding work environment. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being interviewed will be contacted.
Essential Skills
- Computer use
Type of Establishment Experience
- Legal firm
Legal or Law Clerk Specific Skills
- Prepare legal documents, court reports and affidavits
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Word processing
- Spreadsheet
- Legal software applications
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