legal assistant Burlington
Job description
KMB Law, LLP is a leading full-service business-first law firm with offices in Mississauga (head office), as well as in Burlington and Markham, ON. We are firm with rich history from 1979, led by a progressive partnership that is driven by a shared set of core values emphasizing both personal and professional respect for our lawyers and employees, community consciousness, and delivering unparalleled value to our clients. We have a comprehensive offering of legal services including Corporate/Commercial, Real Estate, Business and IP, Branding & Franchising Law, Wills & Estates, and including Civil and Commercial Litigation, as well as Employment Law, Family Law and Mediation.
KMB Law, LLP is seeking an IT Service Desk Support Analyst with at least 2 years of Law Firm experience.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title: Corporate Legal Assistant
Reports To: Practice Coordinator - Corporate
PROFILE:
Description
The successful candidate would assist in complex transactional, corporate reorganizations and commercial contracts. This position will be working aside a well-established team.
Hours of work are from 9 am to 5 pm. The successful candidate may be required to work outside of normal business hours to meet business and client needs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide assistance and support for daily administrative tasks, as required
- Lawyer and Law Clerk docketing
- Perform conflict checks
- File management
- Assist with closing agendas
- Monitor deadlines and tickler system
- Calendar management
Required Knowledge and Experience
Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years working as a Legal Assistant.
- Previous exposure to law firm or professional services environment is highly preferred.
- Knowledgeable in using and supporting Windows 11, Active Directory, Microsoft Office 2016 or later, MS 365, or other document management systems, Web-based phone systems, Conferencing software, remote access systems (Citrix and VPN), and mobile devices (iOS and Android) etc.
- Familiarity with legal practice group legal software e.g. OnCorp, FastCo etc. and case management and/or accounting management systems e.g., Prolaw, Accumin etc. would be beneficial.
- Customer service oriented.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Proven agility and resilience working in a fast-paced environment.
- Goal oriented, very organized, and willing to take ownership of customer requests.
- Excellent follow through, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Law Firm experience is preferred.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications
Diversity and Inclusion
At KMB Law we believe a diverse workplace comprises individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics, and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. KMB Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do
Accessibility and Accommodation
It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Background and Reference Checks
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check and employment and educational verifications.
Your Application
We appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have at least 2 years of Canadian Law experience?
Experience:
- Corporate Law: 2 years (required)
- Law Firm: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
