Legal Administrative AssistantWoodward & Company Lawyers

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience
• Aboriginal studies
• Legal administrative assistant/secretary
• Legal assistant/paralegal
• Legal support services, other

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Green job

The employer stated that this is a green job because the position:

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Litigation
• Private practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Maintain filing system
• Record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings or conferences
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information
• Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents
• Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Correspondence
• Reports and records

Area of specialization

• Aboriginal or First Nations education
• Legal services

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits
• Other benefits
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Subsidised public transportation
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program