F-T Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation

Job summary

The role involves managing legal documents, drafting court filings, and maintaining electronic client files. Additionally, the assistant will coordinate schedules, manage lawyer calendars, and provide general administrative support.

Job details

Smith Thompson Law LLP, is a small and dedicated law firm where deadlines are serious and coffee is sacred. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service through a team of highly skilled lawyers. We pride ourselves on our modern workspace and our dedication to acting in the best interests of our clients. The Role We’re looking to add a full-time Legal Assistant to our team who can help keep our legal operations running smoothly. You’ll be the person making sure documents are accurate and the schedules make sense. What You'll Do Manage and organize legal documents and files efficiently. Maintain and organize electronic client files. Draft and proofread legal documents, such as Statements of Claim, Statements of Defence, Affidavits of Records, Applications, etc., with precision. Coordinate with clients, lawyers, and external parties through professional communication. Schedule court dates, mediations, and other meetings. Manage lawyers calendar and office appointments. Support the team with administrative duties including phone etiquette and clerical tasks. What You Bring Minimum 3 years experience as a legal assistant or paralegal. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with MS Office. Excellent proofreading, writing, and legal drafting skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently under tight deadlines. Exceptional communication skills and professional phone etiquette. Why You’ll Love It Here We are a supportive and collaborative team that values your skills, your humor, and your ability to find that one missing file. Competitive salary and benefits package. Free parking. Gym on site. Daycare on site. Apply Now: Send your resume and a short note to [email protected] Benefits: Casual dress On-site parking Work Location: In person

What you’ll do

The role involves managing legal documents, drafting court filings, and maintaining electronic client files. Additionally, the assistant will coordinate schedules, manage lawyer calendars, and provide general administrative support.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal. Proficiency in MS Office and strong legal drafting and organizational skills are required.

Benefits

• Casual Dress • On-site Parking • Gym On Site • Daycare On Site

Listed skills

• Administrative Support · Preferred
• MS-Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Legal Drafting
• Proofreading
• Document Management
• Calendar Management
• Client Communication
• MS Office
• Legal Research
• Administrative Support
• File Organization
• Phone Etiquette

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative