Assistant to Corporate Law Clerks Permanent

Fabulous full service law firm located downtown Toronto is adding to their team. The firm is looking to hire a corporate law legal assistant to support law clerks. The role and firm offers: career growth, competitive salary and full benefits including an rrsp.

 Responsibilities: 

 Conducts basic corporate searches 

 Maintains corporate minute books for filing purposes 

 Provides administrative support to the corporate law clerks, completing a variety of administrative and clerical duties, which includes scanning, faxing, binding, copy-typing, creation of file folders and other administrative duties. 

 Creates, reviews and proofreads correspondence, reports, memos, charts, forms and other items, ensuring accuracy and completeness. 

 Arranges couriers and deliveries ensuring time-sensitive material is managed effectively. 

 Creates and maintains files within the corporate services department 

 Dead suits files. Reviews and eliminates unnecessary or outdated corporate materials, sending inactive materials to storage. 

 Schedules and confirms appointments and meetings, as necessary. 

What You Offer: 

 Diploma in legal administration or other related experience 

 1 years’ experience working within a law firm environment 

 Ability to type 40 words per minute 

 Strong multi-tasking skills, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities, while respecting tight deadlines 

 Possesses well developed verbal and written communication skills.

 Operates with a high degree of accuracy and has strong attention to detail 

 Takes initiative and possesses well-developed organizational and time management skills 

 A team player, with the ability to build relationships and provide strong customer service 

 Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) 

 Ability to adapt to new technology 

 Ability to discretely handle highly confidential information 

 Familiarity working within a DMS system is an asset