Practice Assistant Jobs in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Position Summary
Our Calgary office has an opportunity for a Practice Assistant to join the firm’s expanding practice. The Practice Assistant supports the delivery of quality legal services to clients by providing secretarial and administrative assistance to lawyers, performing complex and specialized tasks, and working collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment.
Requirements
Superior organizational skills including filing and calendaring. Timekeeping, billing, and diarizing experience. Strong computer proficiency in the use of all Microsoft applications, including, but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Experience with document management systems, time entry, e-filing, expense and billing systems, and database software. Able to operate common office equipment including but not limited to: multi-line phone system, copier, fax, scanner, presentation equipment. Client-centered and professional approach in all phone calls, emails, letters, etc. Attentive to detail and comfortable with fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to organize, manage, prioritize, and handle multiple projects/tasks. Knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, court rules and procedures, and legal processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to maintain high levels of discretion and confidentiality. Regular, predictable and punctual attendance with flexibility to work additional hours when needed.
Benefits
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for staff including: Paid Time Off, Sick Time, RRSP matching program, TFSA, reimbursement of commuting expenses including TTC or Go Transit, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Health and Life Insurance including Dental and Vision coverage, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.
Contact Information
If you have questions, please e-mail Brooklyn Butler at brooklyn.butler@ogletree.com with “Practice Assistant - Canada" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S. We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Ogletree Deakins
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. The firm has a reputation for legal excellence and responsive client service. Ogletree Deakins' labor and employment practice is complemented and supported by related practice groups in the areas of business immigration, litigation, employee benefits, occupational safety and health, and construction law.
With offices throughout the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico, the firm represents a diverse range of clients. Our depth of experience in labor and employment law has produced a successful track record for our clients - Fortune 50 corporations to start-up companies.
Although the size and scope of our practice has grown over the past quarter century, our core values remain constant. We are committed to personalized attention, innovative solutions and old-fashioned hard work.
Our approach to providing clients with the resources to solve today's business challenges is always forward-thinking and strategic. We remain committed to providing our clients with an insider's view of the workplace issues of the day.