Legal Assistant, Litigation Jobs in Saskatoon, Canada at Miller Thomson
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We are currently seeking a versatile and committed Legal Assistant to join our Saskatoon team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys a fast-paced and dynamic role. This will offer a broad range of responsibilities and challenges that will utilize one’s strong litigation and practice management skills. This position requires a superstar organizer who has the technical knowledge and experience of handling complex files from start-to-finish.
The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, strong communication and organization skills, with a desire to work in and promote a client-first focused culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Provides secretarial support which includes proofreading, revision and preparation of documentation under the instruction of the legal professionals and transcription of data from various sources ( voicemail, dictation, etc.).
Acts as a liaison between relevant internal and/or external parties. Routes or answers routine correspondence to relevant parties.
Provides clerical, administrative and general office support including, but not limited to, photocopying, faxing, scheduling and calendar management, receives/places phone calls with internal and/or external parties, mail, organizes travel arrangements, and scans PDF documents.
Provides administrative support with respect to accounting and billing as required. This includes review of pre-bills, making corrections or advising Accounting to make corrections and mailing out final bill under a cover letter. Prepares expense requisitions etc.
Maintains files in accordance with standard procedures, including opening and closing files, conflict searches, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
What you’ll bring:
Community College Certificate or Diploma, or equivalent combination of experience;
A minimum of 2+ years’ experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant;
Experience in Civil Litigation (Federal and Superior Court procedures) will be considered an asset;
Strong attention to detail with the flexibility to accommodate work demands;
Excellent organizational/follow-up skills;
Proofreading and accuracy are required;
Excellent ability to learn new computer applications;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment;
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion when necessary.
What we offer:
We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance. We offer:
A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks’ Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
Flexible working options;
Maternity Leave Top-up;
A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
Professional Development opportunities;
Employee appreciation events;
Charitable giving programs.
Who we are:
Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada’s fastest-growing national business law firms, with strategically placed offices across the country. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice,…
Title: Legal Assistant, Litigation
Company: Miller Thomson
Location: Saskatoon, Canada
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