Legal Administrative Assistant – 13111

Job Description

Job Location: 736 Highway 2, Elmsdale, NS B2S 1E9

Responsibilities/Tasks

Schedule and confirm appointments
Maintain filing system
Record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings or conferences
Determine and establish office procedures and routines
Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
Prepare financial statements and reports
Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents
Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage
Prepare and process real estate documents and contracts.
Assist with scheduling appointments, taking phone calls and meetings.
Handle inquiries from clients and potential buyers.
Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures.
Drafting and preparation of Deeds, Mortgages and all other documents necessary for registration.
Assist with budget tracking and expense management.
Assist in general legal files.
The candidate must have the ability to work independently, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative as well as have a willingness to learn and contribute to a team environment.

Supervision

* 1 to 2 people

Experience and Specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

* MS Word

* MS Office

* Electronic mail

* MS Excel

* MS Outlook

* MS PowerPoint

* MS Windows

Additional information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

* Fast-paced environment

* Work under pressure

* Tight deadlines

* Attention to detail

* Large caseload

Personal Suitability

* Accurate

* Client focus

* Dependability

* Efficient interpersonal skills

* Excellent oral communication

* Excellent written communication

* Organized

* Reliability

* Team player

* Ability to multitask

* Close attention to instructions and detail