Legal Assistant

DWF Law LLP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Calgary is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their litigation team. This role involves managing case files, drafting legal documents, and supporting multiple lawyers in a collaborative environment. Successful candidates will have a diploma and substantial experience in litigation support, along with strong communication and organizational skills. The firm offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Wellness allowance for fitness expenses

Flexible health and dental coverage

Long-term disability insurance

Personal days for outside commitments

Employee assistance program

Casual Fridays

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant in litigation.
• Excellent oral and written English skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Handling file opening and closing procedures.
• Drafting correspondence and pleadings.
• Supporting a team of three lawyers.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Drafting Correspondence

Administrative Skills

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant program

Job description

Whitelaw Twining is a highly successful multi-disciplinary firm specializing in litigation, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto, offering a full range of legal expertise. In 2022, we expanded our opportunities by joining the DWF Group, a global provider of integrated legal and business services.

We are an innovative and passionate team, fostering a professional, supportive, and engaging environment. Since our inception, we’ve gone beyond standard litigation to find progressive, creative solutions for our clients.

Whitelaw Twining prides itself on a professional work environment that encourages team and social interaction among staff and lawyers. We believe people work best in a collegial atmosphere where they are empowered to build their careers and contribute positively.

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Calgary team.

Responsibilities

• Handling file opening and closing procedures
• Drafting correspondence and pleadings
• Scheduling Questionings, Mediations, Applications, and other appointments, and preparing necessary documentation
• Communicating with courts, experts, court reporters, process servers, interpreters, etc.
• Submitting and sending pleadings for filing and service
• Interacting with clients via phone, email, and in person
• Supporting a team of three lawyers
• Delegating tasks to a junior Legal Administrative Assistant
• Maintaining the filing system, including the bring-forward system
• Performing related duties as required

Qualifications for Success

• Graduate of a Legal Administrative Assistant program
• 3-5+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant in litigation
• Excellent oral and written English skills
• Professional communication with clients
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to draft standard correspondence and documents independently
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Multitasking and prioritization skills
• Litigation experience is essential

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive, competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits include :

• Wellness allowance for fitness expenses
• Flexible health and dental coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Personal days for outside commitments
• Employee assistance program
• Casual Fridays

Our firm benefits also include extended health coverage, dental, LTD, DI, wellbeing allowance, casual dress code, early finish before statutory holidays, and more.

About Us

Whitelaw Twining is part of DWF, a global legal and business services firm with over 4,000 employees worldwide. In Canada, we have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, and Victoria, focusing on insurance, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury, and alternative dispute resolution.

Despite our global presence, we maintain a close-knit, supportive environment dedicated to mentoring and professional development, empowering our team members to grow their careers and contribute positively to the firm and community.

Background and Reference Checks

Employment offers may be conditional upon reference checks, criminal record checks, and educational verification.