Litigation Legal Assistant

McKercher LLP; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McKercher LLP is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant for our Saskatoon office. The role involves managing calendars, preparing documents and invoices, and maintaining strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in a litigation support role, excellent proofreading and communication skills, and the ability to work independently while handling multiple tasks with accuracy and initiative.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a litigation legal assistant position.
• Excellent proofreading skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and analyze documents.
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative.
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Teams/Planner and Outlook.
• Estate knowledge would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day file tasks, including calendar and limitation date management.
• Prepare and manage documents and invoices/expense reports.
• Communicate with clients, lawyers and third parties.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Skills

Proofreading

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Discretion & confidentiality

Document analysis

Independent / initiative

Problem solving

Time management

Tools

Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Teams/Planner

Outlook

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented, confident and self-motivated individual who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment? Do you share McKercher LLP’s core values? If you answered ‘yes’ and are looking for a new and exciting opportunity to join one of the largest law firms in Saskatchewan, we want to hear from you!

We are recruiting a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant for our Saskatoon office. This role involves extended periods of computer use, communicating with clients, lawyers, and other third-parties, day-to-day file management including calendar and limitation date management, preparing and managing documents, preparation of invoices and expense reports, and a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive legal and client information. Judgment is required when analyzing and obtaining information.

Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• At least 2 years in a litigation legal assistant position
• Excellent proofreading skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Ability to organize and analyze documents
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Teams/Teams Planner and Outlook
• Estate knowledge would be an asset

Any offer of employment may be conditional upon a full background check, including a criminal record check, a credit check and employment and educational verification.
A reference check will also be conducted.

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800-1801 Hamilton Street
Regina, SK Canada
S4P 4B4

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