Our Winnipeg office is currently looking for a legal assistant in the area of labour & employment law. The successful candidate will work in a team environment with other legal assistants to support our labour & employment and immigration lawyers.
Responsibilities include:
- Reviewing and organizing file materials
- Assisting with preparation and coordination of hearings/arbitrations and trials in various forums
- Drafting correspondence
- Preparing court materials
- Coordinating service and filing for proceedings with various tribunals/forums and courts
- Organizing documents, including maintaining an electronic filing system
- Handling billing, AR collection, file opening/closing and related accounting matters
- Managing calendars of various labour & employment lawyers
- Providing additional administrative assistance and general office duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Completion of a recognized legal assistant program or equivalent experience
- Previous work experience in the area of labour & employment law an asset
- Excellent attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team
We Offer:
- A competitive salary depending on experience
- Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
- Access to group savings plans and investment options
- Options for flexible work agreements and vacation coverage
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 when they become available.
A friendly, cooperative atmosphere typifies the working environment of all our offices. If this position sounds like a fit for you, please submit your resumé and cover letter. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please use the form below to apply to MLT Aikins. A confirmation email will be sent once your application is submitted. Please check your spam folder if you did not receive this email. If you did not receive a confirmation email, please email your submission to careers@mltaikins.com.