family law legal assistant

Kensian & Associates; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A law practice located in Red Deer, Alberta is looking for a detail-oriented individual to coordinate information flow and manage legal documents. Responsibilities include maintaining filing systems, scheduling appointments, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Ideal candidates will have a college certificate and 2+ years' experience in a legal environment. A strong focus on client service, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience in correspondence and civil litigation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information.
• Maintain filing system and prepare legal documents.
• Review and proofread documents for compliance.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent written communication

Efficient interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma (1-2 years)

Tools

MS Word

MS Office

MS Outlook

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• General law practice

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information
• Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Maintain filing system
• Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents
• Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage
• Book appointments

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word
• MS Office
• Electronic mail
• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Project management software

Area of work experience

• Correspondence
• Civil litigation

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefitsLife insurance

  Other Benefits

  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Team building opportunities