Legal Resource Team Position (6 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)

The Legal Assistant on the resource team performs clerical and office functions for Legal Assistants while they are out of the office and assists with the overflow of work on a day-to-day basis. This is a wonderful opportunity for legal assistants who thrive in content change!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Cover for Legal Assistants who are absent and ensure continued workflow for professionals
• Transcribe legal documents from dictation device or hand-written notes using relevant software
• Proofread transcribed documents to ensure accuracy
• Search files and other sources for information as requested by professionals
• Place and answer phone calls on behalf of professionals
• Open and distribute daily mail for professionals
• Coordinate professional's daily schedule as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Legal Assistant Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution
• 3+ years’ experience in a Legal Assistant role in all areas of law
• Ability to learn quickly and readily absorb knowledge
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• A high level of skill in verbal and written communication
• Sound problem solving skills
• Ability to set priorities while dealing with conflicting situations
• Interpersonal skills required to work effectively with other staff and professionals
• Digital dictation experience


If you are a driven and self-motivated legal assistant or paralegal, we want to hear from you!

Our client offers exceptional benefits and compensation packages.

For immediate consideration please forward your resume in confidence to xxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx

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