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Kanuka Thuringer LLP is seeking an experienced legal assistant for our Wills & Estates Department . This is an opportunity for an individual with strong critical thinking skills to work primarily with probate applications, wills, power of attorneys and trusts.
Successful candidates will be professionals with strong organizational skills who are attentive to detail, adaptable, and self-motivated. Applicants will also have strong computer and Microsoft Word skills, the ability to plan and think ahead, and an excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken. Spelling, grammar and proofreading skills are essential for this position.
The position will involve responsibilities which include, but are not limited to:
-transcribing documents from dictation
-preparation of legal documents, letters, memos, etc.
-maintaining electronic and paper filing systems
-conducting web searches & obtaining information
-calendar management & meeting organization
-effectively communicating with clients, lawyers, and other staff members.
We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications which includes a health spending account, disability plans and an employer matched pension plan.
All applicants must be resident in Canada and available for work in Regina, Saskatchewan. All applications will be held in confidence. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Public transportation is available
Technical Terminology
- Legal
Specific Skills
- Type and proofread correspondence, forms and other documents
- Send and receive messages
- Receive and forward telephone or electronic enquiries
- Photocopy and collate documents for distribution, mailing and filing
Work Setting
- Private sector
Area Of Specialization
- Correspondence
- Reports
- Forms and records
Work Location Information
- Urban area
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
Keyboarding (Words Per Minute)
- 41 - 60 wpm
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Windows
- MS Word
- Excel
- Electronic mail
- Electronic scheduler
- Dictaphone
- General office equipment
- Internet browser