Law Clerk/legal Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for our busy, general practice law firm. Renumeration will be consummate with experience. If you are looking for a friendly atmosphere to work in and further your career, please apply

Key responsibilities:

• Ability to create, organize and maintain physical files;
• Ability to create, organize and maintain electronic files in online database;
• Ability to administer deposits;
• Ability to generate and review reports as required;
• Directly communicate with clients and other lawyer’s offices;
• Ability to draft and amend correspondence upon direction;
• Ability to draft and prepare closing documentation; and
• Prepare reporting letters and accounts to clients.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills;
• Ability to work well under pressure;
• Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently on multiple files;
• Ability to meet deadlines while balancing different priorities;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel/Office, Conveyancer, PC Law, Fast Company, Will Builder and Teraview;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• Strong attention to detail.

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Hamburg, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience :

• legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location