Legal Assistant - Real Estate

Gambling Odds; Regina; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Regina is seeking an experienced Real Estate Assistant to support a team of professionals. This role demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in dealing with legal documents. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Qualifications

• Advanced computer skills and ability to learn new programs
• Knowledge of legal/real estate terminology and requirements
• Ability to work independently and as a team player

Responsibilities

• Prepare and answer documents, correspondence, motions, and notices
• Organize and maintain client files and schedules
• Perform administrative duties regarding accounting and billing

Skills

Exceptional written and oral communication

Strong organizational skills

Multitasking

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

WordPerfect

Accounting software

Database systems

Job description

Please submit resume via email [e-mail]

Application Information

Are you a Legal or Real Estate Assistant looking for new opportunity? Do you desire to work in a well established and prestigious firm?

On behalf of our client, we are recruiting an experienced Real Estate Assistant to join their Regina practice and provide support to a team of dedicated professionals.

In this role, you will:
- Prepare and/or answer documents, correspondence, motions and notices using WordPerfect.
- Work productively in an environment that requires a high level of accuracy, adherence to deadlines and confidentiality.
- Organize and expedite flow of work.
- Answer telephone, direct calls and respond to inquiries.
- Transcribe and type legal documents.
- Organize and maintain client files.
- Schedule meetings and maintain calendar.
- Make travel arrangements when necessary.
- Perform administrative duties with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, docketing, billing, monthly invoicing, etc.
- Perform clerical, administrative and general office duties.

Experience:
- Advanced computer skills and ability to learn new programs.
- All documentation/correspondence is done in WordPerfect. Experience not necessary, but a willingness to learn is key.
- Accounting software and Dictaphone experience an asset.
- Database systems/data entry experience.

Personality/Desired attributes:
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational, multitasking and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently but still recognize the importance of being a part of a team.
- Knowledge of legal/real estate vocabulary, terminology and requirements.
- Able to maintain professionalism with lawyers, realtors and clients at all times.
- Detail-orientated with excellent proofreading skills.
- Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative.
- A team player with excellent interpersonal skills