Legal Assistant -Litigation

at  Three Dimensions Law

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and have a passion for the legal field. This role is essential in providing support to attorneys and ensuring the smooth operation of our legal practice. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks that contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of our legal services.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a law firm or legal department is preferred.
• Strong skills in legal drafting, research, and writing are essential.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills are required for client interactions.
• Proficiency in data entry with attention to detail is necessary.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with iManage or similar document management systems is a plus.
• A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of work.
• Fluency in other languages French , Mandarin, Hindi, Punjabi , Tagalog , Spanish , Arabic etc would be an asset
  Join us as we strive to provide exceptional legal services while fostering an environment of growth and collaboration.
  Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
  Contract length: 12 months
  Pay: $41,617.42-$72,732.37 per year
  Expected hours: 8 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have an experience in Law firm financial software Cosmolex?

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-02-0

• Assist attorneys with legal drafting, including motions, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Maintain organized files and documentation, ensuring easy access to important information.
• Manage phone communications with clients, courts, and other legal professionals, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette.
• Write clear and concise summaries of legal documents and case notes.
• Proofread legal documents for accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
• Perform data entry tasks to maintain up-to-date records in our systems.
• Provide clerical support, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings.
• Utilize iManage software for document management and organization.