Legal Assistant

Offre d’emploi originale

The Legal Assistant supports lawyers by preparing, formatting, and organizing legal documents and correspondence. Key duties include managing client files, scheduling court dates, and handling professional communications with clients and courts.

Détails du poste

Company Description WK Family Lawyers LLP is a family law firm dedicated to assisting clients through complex divorce, property, support, and parenting matters. The team focuses on providing clear guidance and strong advocacy to help clients navigate challenging legal and emotional situations. The firm’s work emphasizes tailored solutions, attention to detail, and a client-centered approach. WK Family Lawyers LLP offers a professional environment where legal professionals can contribute meaningfully to clients’ lives and grow their careers in family law. Role Description The Legal Assistant will support lawyers in their day-to-day family law practice, including preparing, formatting, and organizing legal documents and correspondence. Responsibilities include managing client files, maintaining calendars, scheduling appointments and court dates, and tracking deadlines. The role also involves communicating with clients, courts, and other professionals in a timely and professional manner, as well as assisting with billing, file organization, and general office administration. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Calgary, AB, requiring consistent in-office presence to support the team and ensure smooth workflow. Qualifications Knowledge of law and family law procedures, with experience or training relevant to Legal Assistants. Strong skills in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal forms, letters, and court materials. Effective communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders. Administrative assistance skills such as file management, scheduling, data entry, and maintaining organized records. Proficiency with office and legal software (e.g., Microsoft Office, document management systems) and accurate typing skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and respect for confidentiality in handling sensitive client information. Completion of a Legal Assistant, Legal Administration, or related post-secondary program preferred; prior experience in a family law or legal office is an asset.

Ce que vous ferez

The Legal Assistant supports lawyers by preparing, formatting, and organizing legal documents and correspondence. Key duties include managing client files, scheduling court dates, and handling professional communications with clients and courts.

Exigences

Candidates should have knowledge of family law procedures and proficiency in legal document drafting and office software. A post-secondary program in Legal Assistant or Legal Administration is preferred.

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Office · Souhaitée
• Saisie de données · Souhaitée
• Billing · Souhaitée
• scheduling · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Legal Document Preparation
• Family Law Procedures
• File Management
• Scheduling
• Client Communication
• Proofreading
• Billing
• Microsoft Office
• Data Entry
• Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Legal Administration

Domaines d’emploi

• Legal
• Administrative