Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Commercial)
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal specializing in Commercial Law to join our team. Your proactive approach and organizational skills will contribute significantly to the efficiency and success of our commercial department. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with experienced lawyers on complex commercial legal matters, fostering professional growth and development.
Responsibilities
Provide full scope legal administrative support including document preparation, drafting letters, client correspondence, binder preparation, and billing;
Perform complex editing and formatting in correspondence and documents;
Completing due diligence searches (Corporate Registry, Land Titles, etc.);
Prepare and Register Land Title documents;
Calendar management and meeting organization;
Document management duties, including filing and diarizations;
Provide executive administrative support by managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence efficiently.
Skills
Proven experience as a paralegal or legal assistant within a law office environment specializing in commercial law or related fields;
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail;
Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence with clarity and professionalism;
Proficiency in document review, proofreading and contract management processes.
Excellent software skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe (experience in EsiLaw/Unity Accounting is an asset);
Strong research capabilities to gather relevant legal information quickly and accurately;
Effective communication skills paired with phone etiquette for interacting professionally with clients and team members;
Ability to handle administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scheduling appointments efficiency.
We offer a competitive salary based on experience, onsite parking, medical and dental benefits and much more. Please send us your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
