Legal Assistant – French

Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP seeks a Legal Assistant for their Winnipeg office, focusing on municipal, administrative, and property law. Ideal candidates will facilitate the efficiency of lawyers' practices by performing key administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations in a dynamic legal environment. Bilingual proficiency in French and English is essential for this entry-level position offering full-time employment within a supportive and diverse work culture.

Benefits

Company pension with generous employer match

Diverse group health, dental and disability benefits

Employee assistance program

Affordable gym in the building

Paid time off

Centrally located in True North Square

Some flexibility for start and end times

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in French and English.
• Previous experience supporting lawyers in a law firm is preferred.
• Superior organizational and administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in document preparation and filing for Manitoba Court.
• Organizing and maintaining legal files both paper and electronic.
• Translating dictation into typed format and managing lawyers' calendars.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Research

Detail-oriented

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant certificate or diploma

Job description

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How To Apply

Qualified candidates are asked to email a current resume with a subject line :

How To Apply

Qualified candidates are asked to email a current resume with a subject line : “Legal Assistant – French” to [e-mail].

While all qualified applicants are welcome, preference will be given to candidates with strong French language proficiency.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation related to any materials or activities used throughout our selection process. If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during our selection process, please advise prior to your interview.

Commitment to Diversity

One of our firm’s Core Values is that we value diversity and strive to reflect the communities we serve. In that regard, we encourage anyone who identifies as an Indigenous person, a visible minority, a person with a disability, and / or a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community to apply. We also welcome you to self-identify your membership in these groups if you wish to do so.

Thompson Dorfman Sweatman (TDS) believes that collaboration is essential to providing outstanding professional service. Their collegial workplace fosters greater teamwork, responsiveness, and communication, providing better results for clients. With Manitoba roots that run more than 130 years deep, TDS has long been recognized as a leading full-service law firm dedicated to serving clients and delivering high-quality work.

• Company pension with generous employer match
• Diverse group health, dental and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Affordable gym in the building
• Paid time off
• Centrally located in True North Square, a state-of-the-art building, with many nearby restaurants, and amenities available.
• Some flexibility for start and end times within core office hours.

Overview

TDS is currently seeking a Legal Assistant with experience in a general law practice, including municipal law, administrative law and property matters. This position will primarily support the efforts of lawyers at the firm with a general practice, assisting with day-to-day tasks such as file and matter management, organizing work, and other duties. This unique role will best fit someone who thrives on working in a professional, fast-paced, and high-stress environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation & completion of documentation and pleadings, and Board of Revision, Municipal Board and Land Value Appraisal Commission
• Understanding methods and procedures in the creation and filing of all documents, paper and electronic, related to the Manitoba Court of King’s Bench and Court of Appeal.
• Preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents
• Opening, updating (including data entry and scanning of documentation), organizing, maintaining, and closing legal files and matters (paper and electronic)
• Performing conflict checks and initial calls with clients, etc.
• Reviewing and revisions of format, spelling and grammar on all final documents
• Translating dictation into typed format
• Maintaining an efficient electronic and physical file and document management system
• Maintaining a full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice who work with and supervise junior lawyers. As well the assistant will manage client interactions
• Performing various online searches
• Performing general administrative duties as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Legal Administrative Assistant certificate or diploma
• Previous experience supporting lawyers in a law firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in French & English
• Superior organizational, administration and research skills
• Mature attitude and deadline driven.
• Detail-oriented

Location(s)

• Winnipeg

Seniority level

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Legal

Legal Services

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