Litigation & Insolvency Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently inviting qualified candidates with 1-3 years of experience to join the Litigation team with our downtown Edmonton Client. The ideal candidate will work well within a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, will have excellent communication skills, well-developed interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a positive and professional attitude.

The position offers the opportunity to work within a positive work environment, and competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Open, draft, maintain and prepare a variety of legal documents including briefs, factums, court documents and insolvency files
• Prepare detailed notices, reports, and packages for all necessary parties, entering complete file progress on applicable systems; including filing material with the court
• Prepare pre-trial and trail documents including maintenance of all trial binders and limitations
• Coordinate and schedule applications, questionings, meetings and maintain calendars
• Preparation of accounts and time entry
• General administrative tasks including data entry, photocopying, and scanning, and file management
• Respond to daily inquiries from lawyers, legal assistants, and clients
• Other duties as assigned

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