Litigation Legal Assistant – Saskatoon

Job summary

MLT Aikins Saskatoon is in search of an experienced Legal Assistant to support our growing and expanding litigation practice. This position provides administrative and clerical support for lawyers in the advocacy and litigation team of the Saskatoon office. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and highly organized, has superior computer, proofreading and time management skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, works independently, follows instructions with minimal supervision and thrives in a fast-paced, professional team environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating documents from standard forms or handwritten notes and editing various legal documents
• Compiling court materials such as application records, affidavit exhibits, appeal records and appeal books
• Maintaining lawyers’ calendars and contacts, scheduling client appointments as directed and assisting with travel arrangements as directed
• Organizing and prioritizing numerous tasks and completing them under time constraints
• Opening new client matters and maintaining established files
• Preparing client billings, responding to billing inquiries and coordinating with clients on billing preferences
• Maintaining an efficient electronic file in a document management system

Qualifications include:

• Graduate of a recognized legal assistant program (equivalencies will be considered)
• Three to five years of experience in an active litigation practice
• Advanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software
• Digital dictation transcription skills are advantageous but not required
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• A client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients

We offer:

• A competitive salary including individual performance bonus
• Flexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefits
• Access to group savings plans and investment options
• Growth and development opportunities
• Mentorship and support
• A positive and inclusive work environment

Our Diversity Statement

MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

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