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Description

We are seeking an experienced legal assistant/paralegal to assume the Office Management role in our fast-paced legal practice.  The successful candidate must be able to work independently but also in a team setting and must be able to multi-task, rapidly change priorities and must be organized.

Duties will include but are not limited to:
-    Supervision of office staff when necessary
-    Bookkeeping tasks including completing payroll and attending to source deductions, GST and PST submissions
-    Management of a busy estate practice including completion of final tax returns for non-complex estates
-    Corporate and commercial transactions

Skills required:
-    Ability to use computers and other office equipment
-    Ability to perform secretarial and clerical tasks
-    Calm, respectful and courteous approach to working with clients, co-workers and other agencies
-    Professional and ethical conduct
-    Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment under stressful situations and with tight deadlines
-    Commitment to client confidentiality and privacy
-    Excellent oral and written communication skills especially in the areas of proper grammar and spelling
-    Ability to manage tasks and time effectively which includes prioritizing and scheduling work load
-    Ability to solve problems and make decisions

Qualifications:
-    A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a legal office
-    Post-secondary training in secretarial, clerical or office administration or comparable experience
-    Bookkeeping / financial accounting training and/or experience
-    Previous experience or training related to law is essential