Family Law Legal Assistant – Ottawa – Pender & Leef

Boutique family law firm seeks full-time, permanent legal assistant with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience to join our team. Are you the right person for the job? You may be if you answer yes to the following questions – You:

Have experience using Divorcemate;
Understand the deadlines under the Family Law Rules and know how to BF them;
Know how to put together and update a Continuing Record;
Have a pro-active approach to your work and strive to avoid last minute rushes to get things done;
Are organized and work well under pressure;
Have some experience working on or helping prepare Affidavits and Factums;
Are able to schedule meetings in Outlook;
Are able to manage competing work priorities;
Have at least a basic understanding of PC Law or a similar legal accounting program;
Are able to keep up in a fast-paced environment and able to use your down time productively;
Understand the difference between getting a job done and getting it done right;
Have good judgment and common sense;
Have an excellent written and verbal command of the English language; bilingualism is always an asset;
Are able to work independently and as part of a team; and
Understand the difference between a relaxed, friendly workplace and maintaining a professional appearance and approach with clients.
We offer a competitive salary and friendly work place. Hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free parking available.

TO APPLY:
If you think you are a good fit for the job, please respond to this ad via email with your resume. No telephone calls please.

E-mail: karen@pender-leef.com

We thank everyone for their interest in our firm. Successful candidates will be contacted by email to arrange an interview.

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