McCuaig Desrochers LLP has an immediate full-time legal assistant opportunity to work with a Partner of the firm who primarily practices in commercial transactions, corporate law, commercial real estate, and employment law. This Partner has a large practice and requires someone who can work in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the following core duties:

• Provide full scope legal administrative support such as document preparation, drafting letters, client correspondence, reporting materials preparation, and billing;
• Perform complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents;
• Complete basic due diligence registry searches (Corporate Registry, Personal Property Registry, Land Titles, etc.);
• Document management duties, including filing and diary system;
• Building a positive rapport with staff, lawyers and clients;
• Follow instructions and be able to thrive in a professional team environment.

In addition to experience with the above, the candidate would have the following background, skills and experience:

• A paralegal diploma or legal assistant certificate or diploma from a recognized institution;
• CORES 1 level certified;
• APPRES certified would be an asset;
• Minimum 3 years of Commercial experience;
• Minimum 3 years of Corporate experience;
• Strong attention to detail is required;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• The ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines, when required;
• A positive, self-starter attitude with the ability to take initiative;
• A high level of professionalism while working closely with lawyers, staff and clients; and
• An interest in developing a long-term career at our firm.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a positive work environment.
Please apply in confidence by submitting your resume and cover letter to this advertisement.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match

Experience:

• legal assistant: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Provide full scope legal administrative support such as document preparation, drafting letters, client correspondence, reporting materials preparation, and billing;
• Perform complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents;
• Complete basic due diligence registry searches (Corporate Registry, Personal Property Registry, Land Titles, etc.);
• Document management duties, including filing and diary system;
• Building a positive rapport with staff, lawyers and clients;
• Follow instructions and be able to thrive in a professional team environment