legal secretary Chesley
Job description
With 70 years of practice in Chesley and the surrounding area, Loucks & Loucks continues to provide experienced representation in the areas of Family Law, Corporate and Commercial Law, Real Estate, Agricultural Law, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Powers of Attorney, Wills, Trusts, Estates and Estate Planning.
Overview
Our Firm is currently seeking a Legal Secretary to work with our team. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, articulate, and a team-player, with a long-term interest for growth and development within the Firm. This individual will have a minimum of one (1) year of administrative experience and will possess excellent organizational abilities and communication skills or be a graduate of a community college legal secretary program. They will be driven to meet a high standard of excellence while working within a fast-paced, professional environment.
We are located in the heart of Chesley, Ontario – a rural agricultural area complimented by its scenery and welcoming sense of community. Our Firm offers competitive remuneration, a comprehensive benefits package and defined benefit pension plan, in addition to ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
· Provide administrative support to our legal team, including managing schedules and appointments, drafting correspondence and legal documents where advised.
· Answering phones and directing calls to the appropriate parties.
· Maintaining and organizing client files.
· Filing documents with the court and tracking deadlines.
· Performing other administrative tasks as required.
Key Requirements
· At least one (1) year of administrative experience or be a graduate of a community college legal secretary program.
· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and typing skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Ability to work on-site (i.e. this role is not remote).
· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
· Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures an asset.
· Legal secretarial experience an asset.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
