DS Lawyers Canada LLP is looking for a junior Legal Assistant to join our Calgary team. If you’re a passionate and motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, please send us your application.

About DS Lawyer

DS Avocats is an international law firm, with more than 400 lawyers working in 25 offices. The six Canadian offices in Calgary, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Gatineau and Vancouver are particularly specialized in business law, taxation, litigation and employment law with an emphasis on corporate and securities law in the Calgary office.

JUNIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT

RESPONSIBILITIES

Collect, examine, organize, and prepare initial drafts of various legal documents for lawyer review.

Conduct legal research (Cores, LTO, Courthouse, PPR, SPIN II, Bankruptcy, etc.) to assist with the preparation of documents.

Manage, organize, and collate all file documentation, from preparing retainer letters to coordinating and opening files with clients.

File maintenance, including periodic filing, file organization, and opening and closing files in-house.

Communicate with clients, lawyers and other parties.

Assist with monthly billing and related banking and accounting services.

General administrative and clerical duties, including answering phone calls, maintaining lawyer calendars, and scheduling appointments.

Overflow coverage for other administrative staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Legal Assistant diploma from a recognized institution

0-3 years of experience as a legal assistant, administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department), or legal secretary

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and Outlook

Proven ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines

Positive attitude, desire to learn and ability to work in a team

If you want to join a growing firm that offers stimulating career opportunities and room to grow and advance your career, please send your resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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