LAA-26-34- Legal Assistant-18 Month-Temporary
About The Position
Legal Aid Alberta is seeking to fill a 18-month Legal Assistant in our Calgary office. This position will appeal to an individual that likes to take initiative, is client focused and is exceptionally strong in delivering high-quality results. As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid Alberta provides affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense. We are Alberta-wide, with 300 staff and 1,200 private practice lawyers helping people overcome their legal challenges in more than 75 communities across the province.
Requirements
- Legal Assistant Diploma or Certificate is required.
- Knowledge of legal support processes.
- Computer literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Legal Files.
- Experience in accurately maintaining a database.
- Successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable criminal record check and social media screening.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 2 year experience in both criminal and family law an asset.
- Experience using JOIN database and/or Remote Court Scheduling (RCS) is an asset.
- Candidates with family law experience will be considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage a large volume of internal and external legal documents, correspondence, and materials in a variety of hard copy and electronic formats.
- Gather, analyze, and organize information provided by clients, opposing counsel, and other third parties for active files or court docket lists including legal, financial, and other documents.
- Maintain files on database and in hardcopy.
- Manage calendars, book appointments, schedule court dates, file diarization, and prepare supporting materials.
- File documents with court and oversee court running of documents to and from LAA offices to the courthouse.
- Maintain various documents for tracking work completed on legal files and recording of file statistics.
- Commission documents as required.
- Prepare draft invoices and statements of account.
- Coverage for administrative duties as required.
- Coverage for co-workers during vacations and other leaves.
- Participate in meetings as required.
- Other duties as directed by management.
Benefits
- Competitive wage
- RRSP employer contribution
- Health and dental benefits
- Health and wellness accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Hybrid work opportunities
- Team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
