Legal Assistant, Business Law

Goodmans LLP is internationally recognized as one of Canada’s leading and most innovative law firms. We offer market leading expertise in M&A, corporate, securities and finance, private equity, real estate, tax, restructuring, litigation and other business-related specialties.

What makes Goodmans a great place to work? Knowing you are part of a team that will ensure you feel valued, connected and supported. We are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, then this is the place for you. Join us and put yourself in good company!

We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join the Business Law section. The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative and practice  management support to lawyers within the group.  This role requires a highly organized individual with strong communication skills, attention to detail and professionalism when interacting with lawyers, firm members, and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Preparing, editing, formatting, and managing legal documents, including agreements, correspondence, memoranda, presentations, organizational charts, and other practice specific documents
• Managing file opening and conflict searches
• Proofreading documents against originals and preparing blackline/comparisons as required
• Maintaining practice specific databases
• Arranging conference calls, including coordinating with participants and distributing call details
• Managing calendars, keeping lawyers informed of ongoing an outstanding matters
• Coordinating meetings, including preparing all necessary materials, booking boardrooms, arranging for catering,  audio visual equipment, and other meeting requirements
• Entering dockets, preparing cheque requisitions, wire transfers and trust documentation (as applicable), and processing related transactions as appropriate
• Assisting with the monthly billing process
• Coordinating work with other Legal Assistants and support services to ensure  timely completion of tasks and appropriate support is provided to the legal practices being serviced
• Providing back-up assistance to other lawyers and assistants during absences as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education with a focus on legal administration or equivalent
• 2+ years of relevant experience within a legal professional services environment
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite including: Outlook and Word
• Knowledge of document management practices
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal  communication skills

• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, court forms, scheduling, and filings (May not apply to all roles)
• Ability to organize, multi-task, and prioritize appropriately
• Demonstrates excellent client service and ability to anticipate client needs
• Strong problem solving skills, flexibility, and posses the ability to work effectively with others
• Knowledge of law firm monthly billing process
• Strong work ethic, demonstrates initiative, self-directed, and holds an advanced capability for task completion with minimal supervision

We Offer:
We’re proud to offer a workplace that’s both supportive and rewarding.  When you join our team, you can look forward to:

• Competitive compensation that recognizes the value you bring to our team. For this role, the anticipated annual salary range is $55,000 - $70,000, commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications;
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, retirement savings, vacation and additional perks; and
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities to support with your growth and career goals.

This opportunity is in respect of an existing vacancy. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain aspects of our recruitment efforts. Final hiring decisions are made by the Human Resources team in collaboration with the relevant manager.

Goodmans LLP is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives. Goodmans LLP invites applications from all qualified candidates. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation at any point in the recruitment process, please contact View email address on goodmansllp.applytojob.com.

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