Legal Assistant
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Ottawa, ON Lacarne, Ohio |
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Job Description
Job Description
Legal Assistant at Martel Law Office
Reception Duties:
- Greet clients and visitors in a professional manner.
- Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls.
- Manage and schedule appointments and meetings for lawyers.
File Organization:
- Maintain and organize physical and electronic legal files.
- Ensure confidentiality and secure storage of all sensitive documents.
- Assist in the retrieval of documents and files as requested by lawyers and senior clerks.
Drafting Legal Documents:
- Prepare initial drafts of legal documents, such as letters, contracts, and pleadings, under the supervision of a lawyer or senior clerk.
- Conduct legal research to support document preparation as directed.
- Ensure all documents comply with legal procedures and are properly formatted.
Client Communication:
- Act as a liaison between clients and lawyers, conveying messages, and providing case updates.
- Prepare and send out client correspondence under the direction of the lawyer.
Administrative Support:
- Assist in the billing process, including preparing invoices and tracking payments.
- Perform general clerical duties, including photocopying, faxing, and mailing.
- Maintain office supplies by checking stocks and placing orders.
Compensation:
- Compensation will be commensurate with experience, reflecting the skills and contributions brought to the team.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
Requirements:
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal management software.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Previous experience in a legal support role preferred but not mandatory.
- French language an asset but not mandatory.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Seasonal Part-time Jobs Posting ID: 909292543 Posted: 2024-04-30 Job Title: Legal Assistant