Legal Assistant (Personal Injury)

JBA International; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join their litigation team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal office and personal injury, and must be able to work under pressure. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents and maintaining client communication. The firm offers a collaborative culture and competitive benefits package.

Benefits

401 (k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

PTO

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of legal experience in Personal Injury.
• 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Case Management Software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize legal documents.
• Maintain communication with clients.
• Assist in the preparation for court proceedings.

Skills

Legal experience

Microsoft Excel

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Office experience

Tools

Case Management Software

Job description

Overview

An accomplished and prestigious law firm in Glendale, CA is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join their litigation team. The office is rapidly expanding and wants to welcome a new member to be part of their Fortune 500 team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal office and personal injury. The firm prides itself on an office culture that promotes teamwork, passion and a fast-paced environment. Our law firm needs a Legal Assistant to assist our Personal Injury Department.

Responsibilities:

• Work in a team environment to ensure the preparation of documents.
• Organizing, distributing, or tracking documents according to departmental procedures.
• Ensure filing, preparation, and scanning of documents and correspondence.
• Keep detailed records of all incoming documents and file accordingly.
• Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of legal documents with state and federal court.
• Assist in the preparation for court proceedings (including, but not limited to, assisting with trial preparation, and maintaining communication with clients and experts).
• Organize and maintain electronic case files within the company software/case management system.
• Perform a variety of office related activities to support Department functions including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of legal experience, specifically in Personal Injury
• 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel, edit, sort/filter and save spreadsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets).
• 1+ years of office experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Experience with Case Management Software
• You must be able to work under pressure—things change fast around here.
• Must be Covid Vaccinated

Benefits:

• 401 (k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• PTO
• Vision Insurance