Corporate Legal Administrative Assistant

Lawson Lundell LLP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health Benefits

Lifestyle Benefit

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Financial Benefits

Fun Environment

Awards

Job summary

Lawson Lundell LLP in Calgary is seeking a full-time, intermediate-level Corporate Commercial Legal Assistant to join our Corporate Department. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, takes initiative and thrives in a fast-paced legal environment. Regular hours are 8:30 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m. Responsibilities include drafting documents, managing calendars, travel arrangements, billing and client matter files, and supporting lawyers and staff.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in corporate or business law is preferred.
• Legal Administrative Assistant certificate or diploma or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, document production, file management and firm procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook with formatting styles knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with high attention to detail.
• Clear, professional communication with lawyers, clients and teams.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Client service mindset and proactive problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated administrative support to three Lawyers.
• Draft, prepare, revise and process correspondence and legal documents per firm standards.
• Prepare closing books, including indexing and hyperlinking documents.
• Review and distribute mail and faxes; coordinate outgoing mail and courier services.
• Organize and file emails in client matters using the firm’s document management system.
• Manage calendars, appointments, meetings and deadlines for assigned lawyers.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and travel expense reports.
• Maintain contact information in the InterAction database.
• Coordinate client meetings, room bookings and audiovisual needs.
• Enter and submit lawyer time entries and assist with prebills.
• Prepare and revise client invoices; assist with accounts in collaboration with Accounting.
• Assist with new client/matter openings including conflict checks; maintain files.
• Support other lawyers and staff as needed; contribute to daily operations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support efficient operations and a positive team environment.

Skills

Legal terminology

Document production

File management

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Time management

Communication

Discretion

Client service

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant certificate/diploma

Tools

Document management systems

InterAction CRM

Billing systems

Time entry systems

Expense reporting systems

Job description

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, and Yellowknife, known for its practical, strategic approach to legal and business problems. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. Business in Vancouver has recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.

Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a full-time, intermediate-level Corporate Commercial Legal Assistant to join our Corporate Department in Calgary. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, detail-oriented professional who takes initiative, works collaboratively and thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.

Regular working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated administrative support to three Lawyers.
• Draft, prepare, revise, proofread and process correspondence, memoranda, cover letters and legal documents in accordance with firm standards, including preparing blackline documents.
• Prepare closing books, including indexing and hyperlinking documents.
• Review and distribute incoming correspondence, including mail and faxes, and coordinate outgoing mail, courier and messenger services as required.
• Organize and file email correspondence in the appropriate client matters using the firm's document management system.
• Manage calendars, appointments, meetings, deadlines and other client-related activities for assigned lawyers.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare travel expense reports.
• Maintain accurate contact information in the firm's InterAction database.
• Coordinate client meetings, including room bookings, catering and audiovisual requirements.
• Screen and direct incoming calls, respond to routine client inquiries and take messages as required.
• Enter and submit lawyer time entries in accordance with firm deadlines.
• Prepare expense reimbursements and disbursement requests.
• Prepare and revise prebills, coordinate client invoicing and assist with outstanding accounts in collaboration with the Accounting Department.
• Assist lawyers with new client and matter openings, including conflict checks, engagement letters, and maintaining electronic and physical files.
• Provide administrative support to other lawyers, legal assistants, and students as needed, including coverage during absences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other departments to support efficient daily operations and contribute to a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably within a corporate or business law practice.
• Hold a Legal Administrative Assistant certificate or diploma or demonstrate an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of legal terminology, document production, file management and law firm administrative procedures.
• Use Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook, with a high level of proficiency and accuracy. Knowing how to use styles and adjust formatting in Microsoft Word is essential.
• Manage multiple priorities, deadlines and competing requests while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with lawyers, clients, colleagues and internal teams.
• Exercise discretion, sound judgment and professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Deliver responsive, solutions-focused, client service and anticipate the needs of assigned lawyers.
• Work independently, take initiative, and adapt effectively to changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Use document management, time entry, billing, contact management and expense reporting systems.

Exciting perks and benefits of working at Lawson

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D
• Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment
• Education Reimbursement: we are committed to growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their knowledge in the legal field.
• Paid Time Off: enjoy three weeks of vacation to start, along with personal days, sick time and an annual volunteer day.
• Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses, and an employee referral bonus program
• Fun Environment: connect with colleagues through our annual year-end party, happy hours, Staff Appreciation Week and other social events.
• Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards

We thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We kindly ask that applicants refrain from contacting the firm by phone.