Legal Assistant
• Toronto, ON • $25 hourly for 30 hours per week • 3 Vacancies • Permanent Full-time • As soon as possible • Employment conditions: Day Job requirements: Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese Education: College/CEGEP or equivalent experience Experience 1 year to less than 2 years Specific Skills: Determine and establish office procedures and routines; Record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings or conferences; Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations; Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents; Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with l...
Immigration Assistant
Sai Canada Immigration is currently seeking a experienced Immigration assistant to join our team, LMIA experience is a MUST Compensation will depend on the skills and experience of the individual. Duties and responsibilities Preparing immigration cases, including filling out legal forms, gathering documents and following up with clients and government authorities; Assisting with writing legal correspondence; Fielding phone calls and organizing calendars; Meeting with clients; Performing other general office work as required. Requirements 2+ years of work experience in the immigration field is a MUST LMIA Experience ...
Legal Assistant
David Aplin Group, one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, has partnered with our client to recruit for a Legal Assistant. David Aplin is working with one of Western Canada's top law firms to recruit for a Legal Assistant with a minimum of 2 years of experience. If you have litigation that is an asset, but we are looking for other areas as well. This firm offers a competitive salary, a full benefits package, a pension plan after 1 year and an additional 10 days of vacation (after 1 year) added to your 3 or 4 week’s holidays. They also reimburse for training/education and there is a free gym membership. The Role: Prepare legal d...
Legal Assistant
Come join a firm that has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers! David Aplin Group, one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, has partnered with an international law firm, to recruit a Legal Assistant to assist a very busy Associate in their practice. The right candidate will have at least 1 year of direct experience in Corporate law (with Commercial a bonus). In return you will get excellent benefits, a competitive salary, a fitness subsidy and much more! The Role: • Provide full scope legal administrative support such as document preparation, drafting letters, client correspondence • Complete due diligence searches (Cor...
Legal Assistant
Job details • Location: Mississauga, ON • Salary: $26.50 / hour • Vacancies: 1 Vacancy • Employment groups: Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors • Terms of employment: Permanent, Full time 37.5 hours / week • Start date: As soon as possible • Benefits: Other benefits • Employment conditions: Morning, Day, Evening Job requirements Languages English Education College/CEGEP Experience 7 months to less than 1 year Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Attention to detail, Large caseload Personal Suitability Effective interpersonal skills, Reliability, Dependability, Excellent oral communication, Excellent written communication, Organized, Accurate, Team player, Client focus Area of Specialization Media relations Business Equipment and Computer...
City: Mississauga, Ontario
Posted on Apr/14/2019
Legal Assistant
• Toronto, ON • $29 hourly for 30 hours per week • 3 Vacancies • Permanent Full-time • As soon as possible • Employment conditions: Day Job requirements: Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese Education: College/CEGEP or equivalent experience Experience 1 year to less than 2 years Specific Skills: Determine and establish office procedures and routines; Record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings or conferences; Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations; Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents; Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage; Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information Area of Work Experience: Statistics; Reports and records; Manuscripts, publications or theses; Invoices; Financial statements; Correspondence; Contracts; Civil litigation; Charts, tables, graphs...
City: Toronto, Ontario
Posted on Apr/11/2019
Immigration Assistant
Sai Canada Immigration is currently seeking a experienced Immigration assistant to join our team, LMIA experience is a MUST Compensation will depend on the skills and experience of the individual. Duties and responsibilities Preparing immigration cases, including filling out legal forms, gathering documents and following up with clients and government authorities; Assisting with writing legal correspondence; Fielding phone calls and organizing calendars; Meeting with clients; Performing other general office work as required. Requirements 2+ years of work experience in the immigration field is a MUST LMIA Experience is a MUST Excellent organizational skills; Strong attention to detail; Ability to multitask. Hindi, Punjabi is an asset
City: Edmonton, Alberta
Posted on Apr/11/2019
Sandco Trucking Ltd is hiring a Legal Assistant
Sandco Trucking Ltd is hiring a Legal Assistant Company Name: Sandco Trucking Ltd Address: 5820 Gibbons Dr, Richmond, BC, V7C 2C7 NOC group: (2006):4211; (2011):1242 Available Position: 1 Job Type: Full Time - Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: $ 24.50-26.50 per hour Start date: as soon as possible Language: English Work location: Same as company Address Educational requirements and skills: • Education: College diploma on legal assistant or law clerk program, a bachelors degree in law is an asset • Work experience: 2 years of related work experience Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Draft legal correspondence and perform general office and clerical duties • Create, maintain and prepare legal documents and prints • Keep company’s information updated and organized, monitoring calendars, meetings deadlines, documenting actions • Make and receive phone calls; schedule appointments and meetings • Keep clients informed by maintaining contact and...
City: Richmond, British Columbia
Posted on Apr/09/2019
Accountant / Office Manager
Accountant / Office Manager Our client, Deeley Fabbri Sellen Law Corp., is seeking an Accountant / Office Manager to lead their office operations. Reporting to the Management Committee, you will be responsible for the oversight of day-to-day finance and accounting operations to ensure timely and accurate financial information with appropriate internal controls. As the Accountant / Office Manager, you will also manage the annual budgeting process, including preparing projections and conducting financial review and analysis to present budget scenarios for Management discussion prior to finalizing subsequent fiscal year budget. You will provide financial input to long-term strategic plan development and direct company operations to meet budget and other financial goals. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • 5-10 years’ experience in a similar role • Post-secondary education in Accounting, or Business • Previous experience in a legal environment an asset • Strong accounting &...
City: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Posted on Apr/08/2019
Collections Clerk - Commercial & Mortgage
IKON Complete Inc. is a Recruitment & Search Firm specializing in identifying, & sourcing top performers for our clientele. Our clients include industry leading organizations who partner with us to be an extension of their HR & Recruitment function. Our client, a leading full-service law firm in Toronto, ON , is looking for a Collections Clerk - Commercial and Mortgage to their dynamic team. Qualifications: • Post-Secondary Education in Law • Minimum 4 years related collections and litigation experience within a law firm / legal environment • Mortgage collection enforcement experience. • Excellent organization skills • Excellent interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Salary: TBD All applicants, please forward resumes in Word format along with SALARY EXPECTATIONS to: resumes@ikoncomplete.com with the job title in the Subject Line. To view our other job postings please visit us at: ikoncomplete.com/career-seekers We...
City: Toronto, Ontario
Posted on Apr/06/2019
Legal Assistant
David Aplin Group, one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, has partnered with our client to recruit for a Legal Assistant. David Aplin is working with one of Western Canada's top law firms to recruit for a Legal Assistant with a minimum of 2 years of experience. If you have litigation that is an asset, but we are looking for other areas as well. This firm offers a competitive salary, a full benefits package, a pension plan after 1 year and an additional 10 days of vacation (after 1 year) added to your 3 or 4 week’s holidays. They also reimburse for training/education and there is a free gym membership. The Role: Prepare legal documents, dictation, drafting letters, client correspondence Document management duties, including filing Calendar/meeting organization Schedule travel arrangements Enter information into ProLaw database Expenses & billing Building a positive rapport with staff, lawyers and clients Provide administrative assistance and general office duties...
City: Edmonton, Alberta
Posted on Apr/04/2019
Legal Office Manager
Position Available: Office Manager (Part Time Permanent) OFFICE MANAGER – POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION DESCRIPTION Our client is a leading mid-sized law who offer both challenging and rewarding opportunities in a fast-paced, but friendly work environment. Work-life balance is important for our team, and we aim to ensure employees experience a rewarding career that is balanced with a personal life. As our business continues to grow, we are recruiting for an experienced Office Manager (part time). The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of experience in a legal environment and have past or current experience supervising/training and/or mentoring staff. We are seeking a mature, dedicated, trustworthy individual who will “partner” with the law firm owner/managing partner in executing the law firms’ strategy as it relates to growth, expansion, retention, new & leading technology, employee engagement, employee growth, employee recognition and firm culture. If this...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
New - Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk
Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk About our client With our client, dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff work together as a...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
New - Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Purpose of Role The Commercial Litigation Paralegal’s primary purpose is to provide support to the Group and contribute to the overall excellent level of service provided to our clients. Key Responsibilities The key responsibilities of these roles include, but are not limited to: • File management from inception to conclusion • Electronic/paper organization and maintenance of files • Drafting originating applications, Statements of Defence and other pleadings, interlocutory proceedings and motion materials • Identifying, requesting and monitoring lists of required productions and information from both the client and opposing counsel • Preparing electronic document briefs, charts, chronologies and summaries of documentary evidence for use on questioning, mediation, pre-trial and arbitration/trial • Analysis of client documents and preliminary drafting of the Affidavits of Records • Reviewing and summarizing transcripts; managing undertakings and refusals • Compiling...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
New - Litigation Resource Team Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant, Resource Team (Litigation Group) The Team Our esteemed client; an international law firm located in downtown Calgary is currently seeking a permanent full-time Legal Assistant role for our Resource Team. This role will provide support to all departments within the firm (specifically Litigation). The Resource Team is comprised of legal assistants with experience in all areas of law who have chosen to dedicate their skills to providing absence relief for other assistants. Assistants are expected to maintain familiarity with all technology and policy updates. The Role • Prepare correspondence and legal documents from precedents, handwritten notes and dictation • Prioritize workflow to ensure completion of accurate work within established deadlines • Maintain files, including daily filing, file organization, opening and closing files • Schedule appointments and boardroom bookings • Handle telephone calls and correspondence • Time entry and bill...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
New - Litigation Legal Assistant
Litigation Legal Assistant We have a current opportunity for a Legal Assistant, Litigation. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity in Calgary. RESPONSIBILITIES Documents • Preparing, editing, formatting, printing, scanning and revising correspondence, memoranda, litigation documents, reports, forms, labels and other printed material through dictation, copy typing or other instructions, in accordance with the requirements set by the practice group • Coordinating and dispersing tasks to be performed by various resource groups such as the Document Specialists, Administrative Clerks, Billing Assistants, etc. where appropriate while ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner • Proofreading documents and checking for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar and clarity Litigation • Assisting lawyers in the preparation and coordination of hearings and trials; recording and monitoring court appearance dates, pleadings and filing requirements • Preparing basic court...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
New - Foreclosure Law Paralegal
Foreclosures Law Paralegal On behalf of our client, a leading Calgary boutique Foreclosures Law Firm, we are currently seeking a litigation paralegal with previous/current Foreclosure & Collections law experience to join their growing team immediately. Foreclosures Responsibilities: • Initial and ongoing day-to-day contact with client, both verbally and electronically • Maintain a high volume work load • Preparation of all correspondence relating to file, including demand letters, statements of claim, notices of motion, affidavits and orders • Preparation of CMHC main claim/supplementary claim, when due, on behalf of the lender (time sensitive) • Preparation of writs of enforcement, assignments of judgment/writs of enforcement and reporting to CMHC • Prepare and file Proof of Claim and correspond with Trustee where Mortgagors are bankrupt Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years’ of Foreclosure, Collections and Litigation experience required • Foreclosures experience...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
New - Capital Markets (Securities) Paralegal (Senior Level)
Capital Markets (Securities) Paralegal Job description Would you like to be a part of Canada’s leading and progressive Business Law firm? What You’ll Do You will be working closely with lawyers, other Paralegals and legal administrative assistants to deliver quality legal services to our clients. As our paralegal, you will be involved in a wide variety of legal tasks including: • Preparing and filing documents on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (“SEDAR”) at the request of the lawyers and clients of the Firm, including timely and periodic continuous disclosure documents, public offering filings, setting up and updating SEDAR issuer profiles, calculating filing fees, take-over bid filings, monitoring receipts of regulators on SEDAR and obtaining CUSIP numbers. • Preparing insider profiles and reports and issuer events reports on the System for Electronic Disclosure by Insiders (“SEDI”) and to conduct searches on SEDI. • Conducting searches of...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Associate Lawyer - Litigation
Associate Lawyer - Litigation Job Summary We are currently seeking an ambitious, energetic, self-starter with five or more years at the Bar with Litigation experience to join an expanding business-focused law firm. The ideal candidate will possess a solid legal background with relevant experience that evidences both the ability to accept ever-higher levels of responsibility and the tools needed to develop and nurture a solid practice. ** If this sounds like you, then we have an office and a full litigation practice ready for you** What this law firm will provide: • A full and thriving litigation practice waiting for you • We will offer you a friendly, collegial (open door) atmosphere, a competitive compensation package, full administrative and accounting support and most importantly, the freedom grow, explore your potential and ultimately move forward into the future with us. Maybe you are looking for change or a new opportunity - this could be it. Company...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Commercial Litigation Paralegal
PROFILE The successful candidate will work with our Lawyers, Assistants and Law Clerks in the Advocacy Department. You will be responsible for facilitating all aspects of eDiscovery and supporting lawyers as needed during the litigation process on commercial litigation files. RESPONSIBILITIES • Consulting and supporting counsel in the application and use of eDiscovery technologies • Assisting in creating an eDiscovery strategy on various files and managing various phases of document production • Providing data management assistance, including the execution, logging and management of data acquisitions, ingestion, processing, loading, and document production in various database formats. • Providing support to lawyers at other stages of litigation, including preparing for hearings, discoveries, trials and appeals, including electronic document presentation and support, if necessary, and preparation of materials for experts • Independent maintenance of files, including...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Litigation Support Paralegal
Litigation Support Paralegal Reporting to the Litigation Support Supervisor, our Calgary office is seeking a Litigation Support Paralegal who will be responsible to provide legal and administration support, as follows: Position Responsibilities • Collect and analyze documentation with the view to determining privilege and relevance and preparing Affidavits of Records • Document management within an electronic database – importing documents into a database via load files or as evidence, preparing production sets, exporting production sets for exchange with opposing counsel, importing and working with transcripts, etc. • Reviewing transcripts for key content and collecting and maintaining responses to undertakings • Creating and maintaining Pleadings Binders, Production Binders, Questioning Binders, and Expert Binders etc. • General administrative tasks including office and file management Position Qualifications • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in litigation, preferably...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant, Advocacy (Litigation) - Commercial Litigation With our client; their dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff work...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Legal Assistant, Intellectual Property
Legal Assistant, Intellectual Property Description The Team This full-time permanent junior assistant role will provide support to our lawyers in the Intellectual Property Department of our Calgary office. The Role • Open and maintain all trade-mark files • Prepare appropriate applications and other registration documents • Prepare correspondence to trade-mark offices • Research availability of marks and infringements • Create and implement proper trade-mark use programs • Assist in clearance matters and oversee domain name files • Assist with trade-mark and/or copyright prosecution • Prepare trade-mark reports and spreadsheets for clients • Obtain and revise commercial searches • Docket diaries, reminders and limitations • Prepare status reports to summarize client portfolios • Prepare and assemble data for complex costs estimate reports • Pay trade-mark office fees (maintenance fees, renewal fees) • Administration duties, including time entry and bill...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Labour & Employment Law Paralegal
Labour and Employment; Law Clerk/Paralegal PROFILE The successful candidate will work with our Lawyers and Assistants in the Labour and Employment Department. You will be expected to have knowledge of legal concepts and processes to support lawyers during the entire process on a file. RESPONSIBILITIES • Drafting correspondence and Court documents including pleadings, Affidavits of Records, Applications, Affidavits and Orders. • Conducting Reasonable Notice Searches and other basic research and analysis. • Preparing, compiling and organizing responses to Undertakings and production. • Monitoring completion of outstanding tasks and communicating with opposing counsel about outstanding requests. • Preparing draft Affidavits of Records including experience identifying privileged, producible and irrelevant records. • Supporting lawyers during Questioning, trials and appeals. • Being proactive and anticipating client and lawyer needs. • Independent maintenance of files,...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Labour & Employment Law Paralegal
Labour and Employment; Law Clerk/Paralegal PROFILE The successful candidate will work with our Lawyers and Assistants in the Labour and Employment Department. You will be expected to have knowledge of legal concepts and processes to support lawyers during the entire process on a file. RESPONSIBILITIES • Drafting correspondence and Court documents including pleadings, Affidavits of Records, Applications, Affidavits and Orders. • Conducting Reasonable Notice Searches and other basic research and analysis. • Preparing, compiling and organizing responses to Undertakings and production. • Monitoring completion of outstanding tasks and communicating with opposing counsel about outstanding requests. • Preparing draft Affidavits of Records including experience identifying privileged, producible and irrelevant records. • Supporting lawyers during Questioning, trials and appeals. • Being proactive and anticipating client and lawyer needs. • Independent maintenance of files,...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Litigation Legal Assistant - Resource Team
Litigation Legal Assistant - Resource Team PROFILE The legal assistant on the resource team performs clerical and office functions for other legal assistants while they are out of the office and assists with the overflow of work on a day-to-day basis. This position requires 9+ years of experience in all areas of Advocacy. RESPONSIBILITIES Under guidance from human resources and other team members: • Cover for legal assistants who are absent and ensure continued workflow for professionals. • Transcribe legal documents using digital dictation or hand-written notes. • Proofread transcribed documents to ensure accuracy. • Search files and other sources for information as requested by professionals. • Place and answer phone calls on behalf of professionals. • Open and distribute daily mail for professionals. • Co-ordinate professional's daily schedule as required. • Perform other tasks such as filing, photocopying, emailing and faxing. • Prepare follow-up information for...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Corporate Tax Legal Assistant
Corporate & Tax Legal Assistant POSITION OVERVIEW We are currently seeking a Corporate & Tax Legal Assistant to join a leading mid-sized downtown law firm. Reporting to the Office Administrator and supporting a Senior Partner in Corporate as well as one in the area of Corporate Tax. This position requires an individual with proven experience in a professional corporate setting with a strong client service focus and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Prepare/draft/revise standard correspondence for review by partner. Troubleshoot and fix issues with corrupted and/or converted documents. • Cores filings as required (Cores level 1) minimum required for this position and ideally seeking a candidate with Cores Level 1, 2 & 3. • Conducting & summarizing all required searches including specific experience with PPR (Personal Property Reports) experience required. • Enter dockets and prepare monthly accounts for review and approval. • Maintain...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Litigation Legal Assistant - Resource Team
Litigation Legal Assistant; Resource Team Position Available About our client: Their dedication to excellence and quality service begins with their people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
Legal Assistant - Securities Law
Purpose of Role The Legal Assistant will be expected to act as workflow coordinator for other support services including delegating and reviewing the completion of document production, file management, copying/scanning work and other administrative work. The Legal Assistants will take an active interest in, and obtain a thorough understanding of, all aspects of client requirements to provide exceptional service levels to the lawyers and our clients. Key Responsibilities The key responsibilities of this role are: Administrative • Manage diaries, ensuring they are up to date and reminding lawyers of meetings etc. on a daily basis • Arrange meetings, book conference rooms, refreshments, check rooms prior to meetings etc. and liaise with other attendees, both internal and external • Arrange for travel bookings and related details to be made through the support teams • Arrange photocopying, printing, organizing couriers, sending out of letters, faxes etc. • Arrange for files...
City: Calgary, Alberta
Posted on Mar/24/2019
