Our client has an immediate opening for a permanent Bilingual Legal Assistant.

Duties and Responsibilities for this position will include:

•  Maintain a record of all client files, related records and general files;
•  Type routine correspondence, reports, etc., transcribes from a dictating machine;
•  Open and close client/matter files;
•  Schedule appointments, meetings and make travel arrangements, and arrange boardrooms for meetings;
•  Maintain an excellent working relationship with all staff and also those in ancillary areas of the firm;
•  Perform administrative and related duties as assigned and to assist others in the firm;
•  Other legal duties as required.

The ideal Candidate will have the following skills and attributes:

•  Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment;
•  Capable of working independently;
•  Must be accurate and detail-oriented;
•  Intermediate/advanced PC Skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.);
•  Ability to type a minimum 60 wpm and proof read very accurately;
•  Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with lawyers and other staff members;
•  Dedicated to providing quality service to clients and consistently meet expectations by providing service beyond expectation;
•  Ability to use discretion and possesses sound judgment;
•  Excellent organizational and time management abilities required;
•  Formal Legal Administrative Assistant training an asset but not necessary.

For a confidential exchange of information, please contact Denise Crocker at 506-857-2156, fax a resume to 506-857-9172 or email personnelsearch@nb.aibn.com