If you have at least 5 years of legal assistant experience in a Corporate / Commercial and a Residential Real Estate practice, then the next step in your career could be with Parlee McLaws LLP in our downtown Calgary office.
You are a self-starter with high attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and excellent organizational skills to support busy practices.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Highly organized and pro-active approach to meeting deadlines while producing accurate quality work
• Substantial reliability and adaptability accompanied by a professional demeanor and conduct
• Strong client service and relationship building skills
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge MS Office Suite with knowledge of other software being an asset (e.g. Worldox, 3E Elite, ALF, CORES, SPIN2, Remindex, SpeechExec, FoxIt, etc.)
• Experience with preparation of accounts, billing, and time entry with solid understanding of basic accounting principles

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Assistant/Paralegal program (equivalent experience may be considered)
• Experience with document management system
• Keen attention to detail in producing accurate, high-quality work
• Effectively adapt and work with changing priorities in a high-volume work environment
• Work effectively with corporate paralegals in adhering to legal requirements and processes
• Problem-solving skills with a pro-active mindset
• Quick learner who is curious and retains knowledge

WHO WE ARE

Parlee McLaws LLP is a regional law firm with Alberta roots extending back more than 140 years with a work environment that encourages and supports ongoing professional development through peer mentoring and outside education.
Our active Health & Safety, Social, Charity, and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committees connect us to each other and to the community at large.

• Extended health & dental
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Pension contribution matching
• Paid time off in addition to annual vacation
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• “Dress for Your Day” dress code (depending on the day’s responsibilities)
• Work from home 1 day per week (hybrid