Legal Assistant (Red Deer)

I am seeking an organized and professional Legal Assistant to join our team as a legal assistant. I have been practicing law since 2015 and exclusively in family law and child welfare litigation. The ideal candidate will possess solid clerical skills, and will preferably have at least 3 years experience as a legal assistant in litigation support. A more junior candidate or a candidate with experience in a different area of law may be considered, but would need to be a quick learner who is curious and retains knowledge. Experience - Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Assistant/Paralegal program. - Minimum of 3 years of previous experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant / Paralegal is preferred. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel is preferred. - Proficiency in Legal Accounting Software is preferred. - Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for effective data entry and document management. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to provide client support. - Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining professionalism under pressure. Duties - Assist with management and organization of files. - Communicate with clients, other parties, and courthouse personnel in a friendly and professional manner. - Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence efficiently. - Perform data entry tasks to maintain accurate client records and files. - Schedule appointments and manage the calendar for lawyer - Assist with administrative tasks including filing, maintaining office supplies, billing and collecting accounts for clients. - Basic but accurate drafting of letters, pleadings, agreements, and related documents. - Filing of documents with the Court Part-time and full-time candidates will be considered, depending on the level of experience of the candidate. The wage will also depend on the level of experience. CLP Family Law Group offers a smaller, more relaxed work setting as compared to a large firm. We have 3 senior family law lawyers, and a dedicated assistant for each. A successful candidate can expect to be welcomed to the group and given ample support to hit the ground running in your new role. I thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those selected for interview will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: · Dental care - Extended health care - Life insurance - On-site parking - Paid time off Work Location: In person Pay: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year Benefits: - Extended health care - Flexible schedule - On-site parking - Paid time off Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pd3y4