Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Contenido de trabajo

Job title

Paralegal – Legal Assistant

Reports to

Partners and Associate Lawyers

Location

Summerside Office, Summerside PE

Key Murray Law is the largest independent law firm in Prince Edward Island. We are an Island-based team of lawyers and professional support staff who are committed to creating value for our clients through the delivery of innovative, consistent, and dependable legal services. We are an experienced and dedicated team who provide our clients with effective and efficient legal services. Proficient in many legal disciplines, we are equipped to advise and advocate for our clients in many matters, forums, and areas. Our firm provides clients with the strength of a global alliance and a team with a local focus from multiple locations across Prince Edward Island. PEI locations include Charlottetown, Summerside, Mill River, and Souris.

In addition to providing leading legal services across the Island, we are steadfast in our pledge to play a positive role in the future of the communities and organizations of Prince Edward Island. This fundamental vision is bolstered by a continual commitment to the philanthropic traditions of Key Murray Law.

Job Summary

A combined Paralegal – Legal Assistant works to help Lawyers with their delivery of legal services under their supervision. The duties of a Paralegal – Legal Assistant include completing administrative work, property closings, and drafting legal documents.

Summary of Responsibilities

Throughout their daily work, a Paralegal – Legal Assistant is responsible for a variety of duties. Working with a dynamic and collaborative team, you will:

• Draft legal documents.
• Provide additional support to Lawyer during real estate closings, corporate, probates and estates, and will executions.
• Organize and maintain legal files, and the BF (Bring Forward) system.
• File documents with any applicable court systems.
• Act and a liaison between the firm and clients, providing clear and timely communication on the status of transactions.
• Research and writing support for other projects and issues as they emerge.
• Perform basic administrative tasks, using Microsoft Office Suite and Firm technology.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Legal Secretary program, or compatible experience
• Strong competency in the usage of MS Office, especially Excel and Adobe Acrobat Standard
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Accurate and efficient data entry and keyboarding skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Flexible, reliable and works well in a team environment; and
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Salary and Benefits

Salary starting at $37,500, and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Key Murray Law provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Life insurance and Accidental Death
• Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
• Legal Education
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Group RRSP
• Travel Insurance

Working Hours

Salaried Position: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm

This position will require occasional after hours, or extended hours based on activity of the firm.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $37,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Summerside, PE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 1 year (required)

Work Location: One location