Top Benefits
About the role
We are a boutique (fifty person) law firm specializing in Canadian and US immigration. Our lawyers are licensed to practice law in both countries. We have a great culture and unparalleled drive for excellent client service.
We currently have one position available for a bright and hardworking Administrative Assistant. This is a rewarding, collegial, and fast paced work environment.
The ideal candidate would possess strong computer, organizational and interpersonal skills and be highly motivated and detail-oriented with exceptional attention to accuracy.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Input and maintain accurate data within legal case management systems efficiently and effectively.
- Schedule client and internal meetings using Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
- Create and maintain client case lists using Microsoft Excel and legal case management system.
- Input reminders, track updates, and save correspondence.
- Complete client information and documentation intake, review and organize within electronic and physical files.
- Organize and assemble complete application packages including courier services.
- Light drafting as needed.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed.
Position-Specific Competencies
- Minimum of one year of experience working in an administrative assistant role.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with legal case management system an asset.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external parties via email and phone.
- High adaptability and willingness to learn new concepts and technological advancements as they arise.
We provide group benefits, a competitive salary, and a monthly bonus commensurate with experience.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates who meet our requirements will be contacted. Please, no telephone calls or faxes.
About Cumming & Partners
Cumming & Partners is a highly respected international law firm with a unique cross-border focus. Our head office is located in Toronto, Canada and we have additional offices in the United States. We provide legal services to companies and individuals throughout the United States and Canada.
Our law firm is truly different; each of our partners is licensed to practice law in both the United States and Canada. We have collectively more than fifty (50) years of experience providing seamless solutions to cross-border legal issues. This experience and expertise allows us to provide "best-in-class" legal services to our clients, and has facilitated our reputation as a leader in the legal profession and business community.
Cumming & Partners has two focused areas of practice: (1) Immigration Law; and (2) Wealth Management Law. Restricting our law practice to two areas, each requiring specialized knowledge, provides us with a competitive advantage. It also allows our law firm to solve complex legal issues and offer valuable strategic advice in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
Our Immigration Law practice provides companies and individuals with comprehensive legal advice and assistance in all areas of U.S. Immigration Law and Canadian Immigration Law. Our Wealth Management Law practice offers high net worth individuals and other valued clients, in both Canada and the United States, with expertise on Estate Planning, Tax Planning, and other related areas.
We provide the highest quality legal advice and client service through an efficient business model that reduces costs and maximizes value. As a result of our focused practice areas and knowledge, we can normally provide clients with a flat fee quote for legal services in advance of starting a file. This provides our clients with cost certainty and exceptional value.
We understand the challenges of complicated cross-border legal issues. Our strength is helping clients solve legal issues in a prompt and cost-effective manner, allowing them to seize upon exciting business and/or personal opportunities.
Top Benefits
About the role
We are a boutique (fifty person) law firm specializing in Canadian and US immigration. Our lawyers are licensed to practice law in both countries. We have a great culture and unparalleled drive for excellent client service.
We currently have one position available for a bright and hardworking Administrative Assistant. This is a rewarding, collegial, and fast paced work environment.
The ideal candidate would possess strong computer, organizational and interpersonal skills and be highly motivated and detail-oriented with exceptional attention to accuracy.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Input and maintain accurate data within legal case management systems efficiently and effectively.
- Schedule client and internal meetings using Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
- Create and maintain client case lists using Microsoft Excel and legal case management system.
- Input reminders, track updates, and save correspondence.
- Complete client information and documentation intake, review and organize within electronic and physical files.
- Organize and assemble complete application packages including courier services.
- Light drafting as needed.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed.
Position-Specific Competencies
- Minimum of one year of experience working in an administrative assistant role.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with legal case management system an asset.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external parties via email and phone.
- High adaptability and willingness to learn new concepts and technological advancements as they arise.
We provide group benefits, a competitive salary, and a monthly bonus commensurate with experience.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates who meet our requirements will be contacted. Please, no telephone calls or faxes.
About Cumming & Partners
Cumming & Partners is a highly respected international law firm with a unique cross-border focus. Our head office is located in Toronto, Canada and we have additional offices in the United States. We provide legal services to companies and individuals throughout the United States and Canada.
Our law firm is truly different; each of our partners is licensed to practice law in both the United States and Canada. We have collectively more than fifty (50) years of experience providing seamless solutions to cross-border legal issues. This experience and expertise allows us to provide "best-in-class" legal services to our clients, and has facilitated our reputation as a leader in the legal profession and business community.
Cumming & Partners has two focused areas of practice: (1) Immigration Law; and (2) Wealth Management Law. Restricting our law practice to two areas, each requiring specialized knowledge, provides us with a competitive advantage. It also allows our law firm to solve complex legal issues and offer valuable strategic advice in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
Our Immigration Law practice provides companies and individuals with comprehensive legal advice and assistance in all areas of U.S. Immigration Law and Canadian Immigration Law. Our Wealth Management Law practice offers high net worth individuals and other valued clients, in both Canada and the United States, with expertise on Estate Planning, Tax Planning, and other related areas.
We provide the highest quality legal advice and client service through an efficient business model that reduces costs and maximizes value. As a result of our focused practice areas and knowledge, we can normally provide clients with a flat fee quote for legal services in advance of starting a file. This provides our clients with cost certainty and exceptional value.
We understand the challenges of complicated cross-border legal issues. Our strength is helping clients solve legal issues in a prompt and cost-effective manner, allowing them to seize upon exciting business and/or personal opportunities.