Legal Administrative Assistant

Legal Administrative Assistant

Family Law Services

Open Competition

Temporary Contract, 1 year

Moncton

The New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission (NBLASC) is seeking individuals to join the Family Law Services Branch as a Legal Administrative Assistant in the Moncton Regional office on a one-year contract.

Who we are:

The NBLASC is a team of professionals advocating with compassion. We provide legal assistance to low-income individuals and are a crucial part of a fair and equitable justice system. We are committed to access to justice, and we advocate for our clients' rights.

Compassion, Accountability, Professionalism, and Excellence: These are our values, and are at the heart of everything we do.

Family Law Services provides legal advice and legal representation to eligible individuals on family law matters.

What you will do:

As a Legal Administrative Assistant your responsibilities will include the following:

• Providing administrative support services including, but will not be limited to: drafting applications, motions, affidavits, trial records, and any other documents as requested;
• Managing client case files, schedules, and bring forward system;
• Liaising with clients, private bar, and other members of the justice system;
• Maintaining file management system;
• Scheduling client appointments;
• Answering routine calls and corresponding;
• Dealing with routine inquiries;
• Referring clients to appropriate services;
• Performing other administrative duties as assigned.

Need to have (Essential qualifications and skills):

• Completion of post-secondary training in a related field;
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience;
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to have (Asset qualifications):

• Written and spoken competence in French

Who you are

You possess the following competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgement;
• Client Service Orientation;
• Effective Interactive Communication;
• Flexibility.

Wage:

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with skill level and experience:

$2,008 - $2,439 biweekly - NBLASC CUPE Admin 2 pay scale

What can NBLASC offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package after six months of continuous service
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

How to apply

We encourage you to apply by email at [email protected] stating "2026-16 Legal Admin, Moncton" in your email subject line. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.