Legal Assistant

Please send your resume and cover letter by email to chantelle@denovolaw.ca. Online applications will not be considered.

Job Description:

De Novo Law is seeking a Legal Assistant who will perform primarily family law support. This is a full time permanent position. This position has many facets including substantial client interaction, managing court filings, reception duties, responsibility for client billing, some bookkeeping and more. The full job description will be provided at your interview.

Experience Required:

Office experience, preferably law office experience, is required.

Qualifications:

• Effective communication skills – ability to talk with clients being friendly, professional, and firm if necessary
• Good writing skills – writing letters, emails, drafting some pleadings and formal agreements
• Research skills – willingness to find an answer on your own
• Technology skills – working knowledge of Microsoft Office – word processing, spreadsheets, email – knowledge of Cosmolex is an asset, but training will be provided
• Organization – practice can be document intensive – need to be able to bring order to files
• Multi-tasking ability – multiple tasks will be provided to you – you need to prioritize and manage your time
• Attention to detail – details must be consistently accurate
• Willingness to grow and adapt – court systems and procedures are constantly changing – must be willing to learn and change as necessary
• Confidentiality – clients benefit from solicitor-client privilege and discretion is required

Benefits:

· Salary range $22.00 - $26.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

· Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

· Medical / Dental benefits available

Instructions:

Please send your resume and cover letter by email to chantelle@denovolaw.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person