Legal Assistant, Litigation

Miller Thomson•Edmonton, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Miller Thomson LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant, Litigation to join their team in the Edmonton office. This role is described as an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys a fast-paced and dynamic role, offering a broad range of responsibilities and challenges that will utilize strong litigation and practice management skills. The position requires a highly organized individual with the technical knowledge and experience to handle complex files from start to finish. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, strong communication and organization skills, and a desire to work in and promote a client-first focused culture.

Requirements

Community College Certificate or Diploma, or equivalent combination of experience;
At least 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Litigation.
Strong attention to detail with the flexibility to accommodate work demands;
Excellent organizational/follow-up skills;
Proofreading and accuracy are required;
Excellent ability to learn new computer applications;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment;
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Civil Litigation (Federal and Superior Court procedures) will be considered an asset;

Responsibilities

Provides secretarial support which includes proofreading, revision and preparation of documentation under the instruction of the legal professionals and transcription of data from various sources (e.g. voicemail, dictation, etc.).
Acts as a liaison between relevant internal and/or external parties. Routes or answers routine correspondence to relevant parties.
Provides clerical, administrative and general office support including, but not limited to, photocopying, faxing, scheduling and calendar management, receives/places phone calls with internal and/or external parties, mail, organizes travel arrangements, and scans PDF documents.
Provides administrative support with respect to accounting and billing as required. This includes review of pre-bills, making corrections or advising Accounting to make corrections and mailing out final bill under a cover letter. Prepares expense requisitions etc.
Maintains files in accordance with standard procedures, including opening and closing files, conflict searches, etc.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks’ Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
Flexible working options;
Maternity Leave Top-up;
A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
Professional Development opportunities;
Employee appreciation events;
Charitable giving programs.