Legal Assistant Full-Time, Temporary (12 Months)

THIS JOB COMPETITION IS CLOSED

Competition Number: LAA-22-51

Job Type: Full Time – Temporary

Location: Calgary

Posting: External

Competition Ends: September 11, 2022

Who We Are

As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid Alberta provides affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense. We are Alberta-wide, with 300 staff and 1,200 private practice lawyers helping people overcome their legal challenges in more than 75 communities across the province.

Who You Are

Working at Legal Aid Alberta means you care about people and empathize with their situation. You have excellent communication skills especially in tough situations. You’re computer-savvy and more organized than anyone you know. Fast-paced work environments give you a rush and you’re always up for a challenge. You love learning new things, solving problems, and can adapt to change quickly. You care deeply about the success of our team and our organization.

Job Description

 

Reporting to the Office Manager, key responsibilities of the Legal Assistant are to:

  • Prepare and manage a large volume of internal and external legal documents, correspondence, and materials in a variety of hard copy and electronic formats.
  • Gather, analyze, and organize information provided by clients, opposing counsel, and other third parties for active files or court docket lists including legal, financial, and other documents.
  • Liaison for communication and correspondence between clients and colleagues on active files.
  • Open and close client files.
  • Maintain files on database and in hardcopy.
  • Manage calendars, book appointments, schedule court dates, file diarization, and prepare supporting materials.
  • File documents with court and oversee court running of documents to and from LAA offices to the courthouse.
  • Maintain various documents for tracking work completed on legal files and recording of file statistics.
  • Coordinate the official service of legal documents on opposing or third parties, or the court.
  • Commission documents as required.
  • Prepare draft invoices and statements of account.
  • Coverage for administrative duties as required.
  • Participate in meetings as required.
  • Other duties as directed by management.

Qualifications

 

Education and Experience:

  • Legal Assistant Diploma or Certificate.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience supporting multiple criminal trial lawyers.
  • Experience using JOIN database and/or Remote Court Scheduling (RCS) is an asset.

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Knowledge of legal support processes.
  • Knowledge of criminal litigation.
  • Candidates with family litigation or immigration experience will be considered an asset.
  • Computer literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Legal Files.
  • Experience in accurately maintaining a database.
  • Experience using various office equipment (printer, copier, fax etc.).
  • Demonstrated time management and the ability to deal with conflicting priorities and deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

Perks of working with us

  • Competitive wage
  • RRSP with 7% employer contribution
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Health and wellness accounts
  • Employee assistance program
  • Winter/Christmas closure (paid time off)

How To Apply

 

Click  Apply Now. You can also send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Reference competition number [LAA-22-51]. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable criminal record check.


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