Overview
Legal Administrative Assistant position – to be filled immediately. In-Office position – NOT Remote.
Work Location: 347 Charlotte Street, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 2W1
Overview:
Languages:
· English
· Additional language skills (an asset)
Education:
· Law Clerk (or equivalent) diploma (College/CEGEP)
Experience:
· legal administrative assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Worksite environment:
· Non-smoking
· Air conditioned
Work setting:
· Legal firm
Job Types:
· Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
· $24.04-$26 per hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience
Responsibilities:
· Perform precise legal research, analysis, and court files
· Assist lawyers in preparation for mediation, judicial dispute resolutions, and day-to-day activities
· Draft legal correspondence and perform general office and clerical duties
· Respond to all case-related inquires
· Organize and schedule appointments, and meetings, and obtain relevant information from the clients
· Structure and maintain filing systems and utilize legal software and database software in document preparation and file management
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge:
· Spreadsheet
· Legal software applications
· PC Law
· DivorceMate Software
· MS Office
· MS Word
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
· Fast-paced environment
· Work under pressure
· Tight deadlines
· Attention to detail
· Large caseload
· Large workload
· Personal suitability
· Accurate
· Dependability
· Efficient interpersonal skills
· Excellent oral communication
· Excellent written communication
· Flexibility
· Initiative
· Judgement
· Organized
· Reliability
· Team player
Screening questions:
· Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
· Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
· Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Overtime pay.
Ability to commute/relocate:
Peterborough, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
How to apply:
· By applying directly on this platform (Direct apply).
· By email: ssmith@thelawoffices.net
How-to-apply instructions:
Here is what you must include in your application:
· Cover letter
· References attesting experience
· Letter of recommendation
· Highest level of education and name of the institution where it was completed
· Copy of the latest school transcript
Expected start date:
Starts as soon as possible.
