At a Glance
- Tasks: Support lawyers by preparing legal documents and managing client files in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic Tax and Estates team at a leading law firm.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while balancing work and life in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Legal Assistant diploma and 5 years of experience in Tax and Estates required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Our dynamic Tax and Estates team is currently seeking a talented and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to provide support to lawyers in their busy practices.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation of correspondence and legal documents relating to areas of taxation and estate planning including complex wills, family trusts and estate administration;
- Ensure time-sensitive documents are managed effectively;
- Organize, open, manage and close client files;
- Prepare reports - estate planning and corporate reorganizations;
- Enter dockets and process monthly accounts;
- Maintain tickler systems to monitor key dates for task management;
- Schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments as required ensuring the lawyer's calendar is up-to-date, including adding events, rescheduling appointments and providing daily briefings;
- Act as a point of contact for incoming and outgoing communications including phone calls, emails, and documents for clients and vendors; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
- Successful completion of a Legal Assistant program at a recognized community college
- Minimum of 5 years' experience working in a law firm or in professional services preferably within Tax and Estates
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Working knowledge of Adobe/Kofax PDF, Docu Sign, Workshare Compare, Closing Folders, Minute Box and Carpe Diem
- Experience working with a document management system, e. g., i Manage
- Possess well-developed organizational and time management skills in order to manage multiple priorities with ease in order to meet tight deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills help you to build relationships and provide excellent client service
- As a confident self-starter, you work well both independently, and in a team environment
- Operate with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail
- Show good judgment, discretion and respond well to constructive feedback.
- Why Join Us
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment
- A collaborative and collegial team that value work-life balance
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