legal assistant

MacIsaac Gow LLP; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Mississauga is seeking an administrative professional to support litigation processes. The role involves coordinating information flow, managing filing systems, and preparing legal documents. Candidates should possess a college diploma and have strong organizational skills, with proficiency in MS Office applications.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma from a program of 1-2 years.
• Experience in litigation settings preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information and maintain filing systems.
• Prepare financial statements and legal documents.
• Proofread documents to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Skills

Coordination

Proofreading

Bookkeeping

Education

College or CEGEP certificate or diploma (1-2 years)

Tools

MS Word

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Qualifications

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

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Litigation

Tasks

• Coordinate the flow of information
• Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material
• Maintain filing systems
• Determine and establish office procedures and routines
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents
• Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical accuracy
• Perform basic bookkeeping tasks

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word
• MS Office
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook

Work conditions and physical capabilities