Legal assistant

*Company Overview* Main Street Law LLP is dedicated to providing timely, conscientious, and effective legal advice and services to individuals, families, and owner-operated businesses. Our firm specializes in a variety of legal areas including personal injury law, family law, estate law, and business law. *Summary* We have an opening in our Spruce Grove office for the position of *Legal Assistant. *You are a person who is self-motivated, detailed oriented, and a good communicator. As this is a multi-faceted and hands on position, you are able to assess client needs and deliver appropriate solutions. You are professional in all dealings with clients, staff, and the public, both in person and by phone and email. As the ideal candidate you will possess *1-3 years of Legal Assistant *experience in *corporate legal work *and be proficient in the following: *Responsibilities:* * Preparation of legal documents * Document filings and registrations * Maintaining a diary system for limitation dates * Drafting and/or proofreading of various correspondence * Maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system * Maintaining calendars, email management and generally managing lawyers' practice * Client correspondence, booking appointments, and client interaction * Working collaboratively with administrative staff * Following firm policies and procedures *Qualifications:* * Diploma or certificate in an accredited legal assistant or paralegal program and/or successful career history in the role of a legal assistant * Strong computer skills including exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) * Demonstrated client-focused service * Demonstrated proficiency in corporate/commercial * Demonstrated success working as a member of a team * APPRES accreditation would be an asset * CORES Level 1 Certification required, Level 2 Certification preferred * Working knowledge of Unity and ALF is recommended, but not required In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a *very competitive wage and benefits.* *NOTE*, this is an in-office position. Interested candidates should submit a *cover letter and brief resume to careers@mainstreetlaw.ca.* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $42,000.00-$65,000.00 per year Benefits: * Company events Work Location: In person