Job description

About us

Catalyst Legal LLP, Family Lawyers & Mediators, is a specialized boutique family law firm and we are looking to grow our team with an experienced Family Law Legal Assistant. We understand the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance. We value our dedicated team and offer an attractive compensation package based on salary, vacation time, and a benefits package. We aim to maintain a collegial environment where every team member feels included and respected.

The successful candidate will have least 1 year of experience as an Administrative Assistant, preferably in Family Law, and will be a motivated, self sufficient individual, capable of working autonomously with little supervision.

Responsibilities include:

· Client intake and scheduling of consultations

· File openings and closing and general managing of files

· Filing pleadings with the court registries via agents or CSO

· Drafting correspondence

· Assisting our lawyers and paralegal with the preparation for hearings and trials in both Provincial and Supreme Court

· Liaising with clients and opposing counsel to schedule meetings, court dates, etc

· Management of our BF system

· Other general administrative tasks as required

Qualifications Include:

· At least 1 year experience as an Administrative Assistant

· Proficiency in the use of Word, Excel

· Experience with legal billing and file management software (such as Clio) preferred

· Excellent written composition, spelling, grammar and editing skills

· Excellent organizational skills

· Attention to detail

· Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks

· Ability to work independently and take initiative

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $37,000.00-$56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Office (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-08-07