Legal Assistant

Embedded in the Bedford and Halifax community through our legal services and volunteer commitments, Presse Mason is a full-service law firm, practicing primarily in the areas of plaintiff personal injury, family law, employment law, insurance law, property law, and criminal law.

Employment Opportunity: Legal Assistant, Full-time, permanent

Summary of Responsibilities

• Support the lawyer they work with to manage their practice professionally and efficiently.
• Greet and support clients, respond to inquiries and manage communications professionally.
• Accurately and efficiently compile court documents, and correspondence. This may include drafting letters, copying, binding, preparing courier packages and emailing.
• Proactively coordinate and maintain calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Organize and manage documents and reports.
• Maintain organized filing systems, digital and physical.
• Liaise with client for intakes, collect information, update file statuses, and arrange meetings.
• Assist with data entry and billing.
• Support other legal assistants and provide backup support for sick and vacation coverage.
• Other duties as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience as paralegal, or equivalent experience (e.g. working in an office administration position).
• Successful completion of paralegal diploma an asset but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and comfort with technology.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality client service.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines with a proactive mindset.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• A strong desire to collaborate with a team of professionals to provide excellent legal service.

Salary is commensurate with experience. Group Health plan and Fitness Membership available. Free parking on site.

Please forward a cover letter and resume to:

Dolly Morash, Office Manager [email protected]

We look forward to meeting you!

*Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.