Legal Assistant

Part-Time Legal Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized part-time Legal Assistant to support our law office with legal documentation, file management, client communications, and general administrative duties.

Candidates with previous office administration, clerical, or professional office experience are encouraged to apply, even if they do not have direct legal experience. Prior experience in a law firm is an asset but is not mandatory. Training and guidance may be provided to suitable candidates.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information responsibly.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting, formatting, proofreading, and preparing legal correspondence, pleadings, and other documents.
• Conduct legal and factual research using resources such as LexisNexis, as directed and with appropriate guidance.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical client files and legal records.
• Perform data entry, document scanning, filing, and general office administration.
• Assist with court filings, scheduling, tracking deadlines, and maintaining calendars.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other legal assistants and team members to ensure efficient workflow, timely completion of assignments, and effective management of client files and office responsibilities.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, other law offices, and third parties.
• Answer telephone calls, respond to routine inquiries, and coordinate appointments.
• Assist lawyers with case preparation, document organization, and other assigned tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow established office procedures.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, email, data entry, and general computer applications.
• Previous experience in a legal office, administrative role, or other professional office environment is preferred.
• Candidates with general office or administrative experience will be considered, even without a legal assistant diploma or previous law firm experience.
• Familiarity with legal documents, court filing procedures, or legal research platforms is an asset but not required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other legal assistants and office staff.
• Ability to follow instructions, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Professional attitude, reliability, discretion, and commitment to client confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn legal office procedures and take on additional responsibilities.

Position Details

• Job Type: Part-time
• Location: Edmonton, Alberta
• Work Environment: Professional law office
• Experience: Legal experience preferred but not mandatory; relevant office experience will be considered.

We welcome applications from individuals with legal assistant training as well as candidates with strong administrative or office experience who are interested in working in a legal environment.