Legal Assistant

Loopstra Nixon LLP, a mid-size Toronto law firm, is seeking entry level Legal Assistants to join our various fast-paced practice areas. The successful candidate should be organized, proactive, a team player and confident in supporting multiple lawyers.

This role is an in-office position. A successful candidate can choose to work from the Downtown Toronto or Etobicoke office.

DUTIES:

• Prepare and draft correspondence
• Prepare monthly pre-bills
• Work on multiple transactions and matters simultaneously
• Organization and maintenance of lawyer files
• Scheduling meetings and maintaining lawyers’ calendars
• Administrative support, including opening and closing files and docketing
• Assist with responding to telephone inquiries, faxes and emails
• Assist with preparation of closing documents
• Maintain file and critical dates lists

REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree or college diploma (Legal Administration or Law Clerk diploma preferred)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Decisiveness and ability to carry out responsibilities with minimal direction/supervision
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Excel / Word / Outlook)
• Previous administrative experience is an asset.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: From $45,000.00 per year