Job description

Diamond & Diamond Lawyers is a well-established law firm known for its expertise in Personal Injury Law. Our commitment to excellence, innovative thinking, and personalized client service sets us apart in the legal industry. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional development. Be a part of our dynamic team to help ensure each client receives the attention and receives the compensation they deserve!

As a Legal Assistant at Diamond and Diamond Personal Injury Lawyers, you will be an integral part of our team, assisting in various legal and administrative tasks. This role is open to recent graduates and new legal assistants who are eager to kickstart their legal careers and grow within a reputable law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer and direct emails, phone calls, and in-person inquiries with professionalism and courtesy
• Perform general reception duties, including managing incoming calls, mail, couriers, and maintaining the front desk and boardrooms
• Assist with day-to-day office upkeep, including kitchen tidying and office supply replenishment
• Process data entry for the opening, maintenance, and closing of legal files
• Conduct conflict checks and complete Client Identification and Verification processes to ensure compliance
• Coordinate and monitor administrative tasks to ensure work is completed accurately and on time
• Provide administrative support as needed, including scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
• Assist with productions and undertakings lists, including follow-ups
• Process reports, emails, faxes, letters, and other forms of correspondence
• Handle general administrative duties such as proofreading, editing, invoicing, scanning, printing, and photocopying into our
• Forward communications to the correct internal or external parties
• Handle general administrative duties such as proofreading, editing, invoicing, scanning, printing, and photocopying
• Complete other duties as assigned and/or required

Experience/Skills:

• Legal Assistant and/ or Paralegal Diploma is an asset
• Excellent grammar, spelling and proofreading skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong technical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
• A team player who works well under pressure
• Able to take initiative, set priorities and multitask
• Flexibility and adaptability are essential

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and growth opportunities in the legal industry.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Ongoing training and development to enhance your legal skills.

If you are a recent graduate or new to the legal field and aspire to build a fulfilling career in law, we invite you to be part of our team and contribute to our mission of delivering justice and compensation to our valued clients.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• CALGARY, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
• Personal Injury Law: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-28
Expected start date: 2025-08-11