Legal Assistant - Litigation

Caron & Partners LLP is a mid-sized Calgary law firm dedicated to providing clients with quality legal services and strategic counselling for over 55 years. We offer a broad range of legal services in various practice areas.

Overview: This position requires strong administrative and organizational skills. The successful candidate must be able to work well under pressure, multitask, prioritize work, and take direction. A team-oriented approach and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are also essential.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Drafting pleadings and correspondence;

  • Assisting lawyers with file management and file tasks;

  • Organizing records for various litigation purposes;

  • Communicating with lawyers, clients and fellow firm staff;

  • Opening and closing client files and preparation of engagement letters;

  • Diarizing and maintaining a bring-forward system for court dates, questioning and file tasks;

  • Liaising with Court clerks regarding Court filings;

  • Preparing client accounts on a monthly billing cycle, including follow-up with clients regarding accounts receivable.

  • Email management and filing;

  • Maintaining client contact lists;

  • Assisting lawyers in managing schedules;

 

Skills and Experience Required:

  • A minimum of 3 years experience in a litigation practice within a law firm

  • Strong client-facing and communication skills

  • Excellent organization and strong prioritization skills

  • Familiarity with litigation practices and procedures is an asset

  • Familiarity with Commercial List matters is an asset

  • Proofreading skills (ability to check typed material for grammatical, typographical, spelling, word usage and format errors)

  • Experience with litigation production software, such as IPRO, is an asset

  • Proficiency with Outlook, Adobe, Excel and Word

  • Familiarity with MS Teams

  • Experience dealing with the Personal Property Registry, Land Titles Registrar and Alberta Corporate Registry is an asset.

 

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Interested applicants, please apply with a cover letter and resume to elizabeth.regassa@caronpartners.com.

 

Caron & Partners LLP is an inclusive employer committed to providing a diverse workforce. We provide equal career opportunities to all qualified candidates. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment that allows our employees to reach their full potential.

 

We want to thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.