Description
Over the last 100 years, Guild Yule LLP has maintained its reputation as a firm which offers the highest quality of professional services. The values and standards set by earlier generations have remained and it is comprised of a dynamic group of lawyers and staff who practice law in a spirit of collegiality and openness. We value our familial and friendly culture and are seeking a full-time Litigation Assistant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
• Drafting correspondence and attending to court filings
• Scheduling mediations, discoveries and appointments
• Maintaining electronic calendars
• Organizing files, document binders and other file materials
• Entering lawyers' time, billing
• Opening files
• Maintaining Bring Forward system
• Other administrative support as required
Key Qualifications
• 2-5 years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant within a law firm
• Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program
Key Skills
• Experience with court documents and court filings; experience in insurance defense a definite asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly using discretion, tact and courtesy
• Proficiency with computers including MS Word, Excel and other relevant programs
• Excellent document drafting skills
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Client service orientation
• Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work in independently and in a team environment
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits program
• Challenging and supportive work environment
• Strong work/life balance
• Employee Assistance Program
Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume to Human Resources at [email protected].
We thank all that apply, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.