About this role
As a Legal Assistant (Litigation), you will provide legal administrative and clerical support to lawyers. If you have 3+ years experience in a law firm environment, have a strong work ethic, are self-motivated and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.
We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion and fostering a workplace that reflects the strength and diversity of our community and our clients. If you identify as a member of a diverse group, including any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: *Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.*
We are committed to providing *barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices*. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.
*Key Responsibilities:*
* Draft, transcribe, and revise correspondence and legal documents from instructions and precedents; * Create and file documents related to the Manitoba Court of King?s Bench and Court of Appeal; * Performing due diligence searches * Proofread, edit, and format documents; * Maintain an established filing system, manual or electronic; * Open and close files, conduct conflict searches, regular entry of lawyer timesheets and billing; * Liaise with staff, clients, outside agencies, and the general public; * Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times; and * Other duties, as required.
*Skills and Qualifications:*
* Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program; * 3+ years experience in the area of Litigation matters is considered an asset; * Strong written and verbal communication skills; * Excellent proofreading skills (typographical, spelling, grammatical, word usage, and formatting errors); * Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines; * Ability to multi-task, display initiative and use sound judgment; * Ability to work well independently and follow instructions with little supervision; * Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office; and * Ability to maintain confidential information and discretion.
Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including a RRSP/DPSP plan. Salary will be dependent on years of experience.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by applying online at: *http://www.pitblado.com/careers*
_We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted._
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $40,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits: * Company events * Company pension * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site gym * Paid time off * RRSP match * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care Flexible language requirement: * French not required
Application question(s): * Are you located in Manitoba?
Experience: * Litigation Legal Assistant: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person