TLE Law is a boutique law firm located in downtown Edmonton specializing in Aboriginal Law. We are looking for a full-time legal assistant to provide administrative support in conjunction with our existing support staff.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing calendars and scheduling appointments.

• Draft, review, and preparing correspondence, pleadings, and affidavits.

• Filing pleadings with various levels of the Courts.

• Managing the workflow for a team of lawyers.

• Preparation of accounts and time entry.

• Organizing documents on file (both hard copies and electronic copies).

• Handling sensitive and confidential information while maintaining client confidentiality.

• Handling incoming telephone inquiries and mail.

• Conducting court searches.

• General administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, preparing binders, and file management; and

• Performing other related administrative tasks as requested.

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Strong understanding of legal procedures, scheduling, limitations, and deadlines for civil litigation matters.

• High professionalism.

• Self-starter who takes initiative.

• Exceptional proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills.

• Be able to thrive in a fast-paced professional environment.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Knowledge and ability to use MS Excel, Word, and Outlook; and

• Ability to learn and use timekeeping and accounting software.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma

Graduate from an accredited legal assistant program is an asset.

1 - 5 years experience as a legal assistant.

Knowledge or experience in civil litigation would be considered an asset.

Salary will be paid commensurate with experience, $45,000 to $60,000.

Benefits: Employee Group insurance plan which includes eligibility for extended health and dental coverage available. On-site gym, and golf simulator.

Please submit your resume and references to the attention of Genevieve Bureau, Office Manager, at .