Reception/Legal Assistant

eBrandon; Brandon; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Brandon, Manitoba, is looking for a Reception/Legal Assistant. You will handle reception duties, assist lawyers with document preparation, and manage client communications. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in MS Office. This full-time position offers competitive wages and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with legal administrative work preferred, we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proofreading ability.
• Proficiency in MS Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct calls as receptionist.
• Book client appointments and manage calendars.
• Prepare legal documents and maintain organized files.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client interaction

MS Office proficiency

Tools

CosmoLex

Job description

Patersons is growing! We are one of Westman's oldest and most well-established law firms, with full-service offices located in Brandon, Neepawa and Virden. Our lawyers provide services in a variety of areas including real estate, corporate and commercial, estate planning and administration, family law and civil litigation.

We offer a collegial environment with many long-term experienced staff and lawyers who are committed to each other and to providing the highest caliber of legal services possible.

As a member of the Patersons' team, you will be offered competitive wages, growth opportunities, ongoing training and mentorship opportunities, a group RRSP and as well as a comprehensive health benefits plan with a wellness spending account.

At Patersons we strive to foster a healthy, inclusive and diverse workplace.

The following position is available:

Reception/Legal Assistant: Brandon Office

As the receptionist, you will be responsible for covering reception on Mondays and vacation or time off for main receptionist. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering & directing calls, greeting clients, booking client appointments, file opening.

As a legal assistant, you would be responsible for file opening, working with our lawyers and other staff members to prepare legal documents in family law, maintain and organize files and documents, engage with clients and other professionals, file documents in court, prepare correspondence, handle incoming and outgoing telephone and written communications and manage lawyers? calendars and appointments.

Qualifications: Experience with legal administrative work preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate. Ideally, you would be familiar with legal procedures, protocols and the court system, have excellent written and verbal communications skills including proofreading and attention to detail. Enjoying working with clients and co-workers is a must. Proficiency in MS Office is required. Experience with CosmoLex practice management platform is an asset.

This is a full time, in-office position. Please email your resume to [e-mail] .

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