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Paragon Law is a Personal Injury Law office located in Unity Square in Edmonton, Alberta. We are growing and looking for a full-time legal assistant.

You would be great in this role if you:

· Can build positive relationships with clients and team members;

· Have exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accuracy;

· Are open to change and continuous improvement;

· Handle sensitive client situations with empathy, tact, and confidentiality;

· Work efficiently and with integrity under pressure;

· Are positive, upbeat, and helpful.

What we are looking for:

· Working proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suit, including Word, and Microsoft Excel

· Working proficiency with Google Workspaces Suite;

· Excellent organizational and time management skills;

· Ability to work well with others;

· Possesses great attention to detail;

· Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Typical Tasks:

· Drafting letters and memos;

· Scanning and filing executed documents;

· Maintaining and updating files, file organization and management;

· Arranging various appointments including scheduling of client meetings, questionings, mediations, and trials;

· Preparing court documents such as pleadings, Affidavits of Records, Bill of Costs, Undertakings and Trial preparation;

· Using precedent letters to request medical records and legal opinions from various offices;

· General tasks to assist other Staff and Lawyers;

· Office Upkeep and assistance.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week (full time).

Preferred Skills:

· Prior legal assistant experience is an asset.

· Arabic language ability is an asset.

Benefits:

· Nearby parking

Schedule:

· Monday to Friday with varying times

Work Location:

· In-person

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $40,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB T5N 3Z1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: REPLACEMENT_STRING04-10