- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Filing
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
Our Edmonton office is currently looking for a legal assistant in the area of litigation/labour and employment law. The successful candidate will work in a team environment with other legal assistants to support our labour and employment and litigation lawyers.
Responsibilities include:
Reviewing and organizing file materials
Helping prepare and co-ordinate hearings/arbitrations and trials in various forums
Drafting correspondence
Preparing court materials
Co-ordinating service and filing of proceedings with various tribunals/forums and courts
Organizing documents and maintaining an electronic filing system
Handling billing, AR collection, file opening/closing and related accounting matters
Managing the calendars of various labour and employment lawyers
Providing additional administrative assistance and general office duties
Qualifications include:
Graduate of a recognized legal assistant program (equivalencies will be considered)
Five to 10 years of experience in an active civil litigation and/or employment law practice
Advanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail; ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients
We offer:
A competitive salary depending on experience
Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
Access to group savings plans and investment options
Options for flexible work agreements and vacation coverage
Our diversity statement
MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.
A friendly, co-operative atmosphere typifies the working environment of all our offices. If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé and cover letter using the form below. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
