paralegal jobs in Fort Saskatchewan, AB

At Forum Law LLP we believe in our people, our mission and how we do business is a priority. We are looking for someone to join our Edmonton firm who is a good combination of skills and fit. You must have 3 plus years of recent law firm experience in family law and/or civil litigation. You are reliable and able to work with minimal supervision and a high degree of accuracy.

Key responsibilities:

• Drafting, preparing and typing of legal documents and court forms and correspondence.
• Managing an electronic document filing system.
• Arranging for service and filing of documents (both electronic and paper) and related instructions to process servers/agents and courts.
• Preparing and maintaining a bring-forward system and diarizing court dates, questionings, meetings, and appointments.
• Dealing with and responding to client inquiries and conducting follow up as required.
• Processing incoming and outgoing mail, including maintenance of electronic email accounts.
• Preparing client accounts and following up on payment and retainer top-ups.
• Updating and maintaining client/matter lists.
• Scheduling appointments and meetings, photocopying materials, scanning and organizing materials, booking meeting rooms, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education:

• Strong computer literacy, including effective working skills in Outlook and Microsoft Office (Unity Accounting experience is an asset);
• Strong word processing skills;
• Positive attitude and passion for excellence;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Extraordinary organizational skills;
• Excellent time management, multitasking and prioritization skills;
• Ability to handle confidential information;
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively;
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to set priorities.

Graduate of a Legal Assistant program is preferred however years of legal assistant/paralegal experience will be considered.

We offer a friendly work environment and the opportunity to learn and grow with our firm. If you believe you have what it takes, please send your cover letter and resume to deangelis@forumlaw.ca.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person