Legal Assistant (Labour & Employment) – Edmonton

We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Labour & Employment department in our Edmonton office.  Please review the following and if this sets out the opportunity you are looking for, we look forward to hearing from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily correspondence, document preparation, dictation, drafting and filing court documents.
• File preparation and management.
• Book court dates, questionings and communicate with other parties.
• Conduct searches and carry out investigation through internet and other means.
• Liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers and clients on file progress.
• General administrative duties including entering time and preparing accounts.

Key Competencies:

• An understanding of various litigation proceedings.
• Good computer skills with experience in MS Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact confidently with paralegals, lawyers and clients.

Education/Experience Required:

• Graduate of recognized Legal Assistant, Paralegal or Law Clerk program preferred.
• Minimum three years’ experience as a Legal Assistant.

Our firm offers competitive salaries, great benefits, matching RRSP plan and fitness reimbursement.  To apply for this position, please contact Jodi Horb at jhorb@brownleelaw.com.  We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Thank you.