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Job Title


Litigation Legal Assistant


Company : Urban Legal Recruitment Inc.


Location : Calgary, Alberta


Created : 2025-02-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Our client, a highly respected law firm in Calgary, is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious professional with 5+ years of post-certificate experience at a reputable law firm. The ideal candidate will excel in building positive relationships, have strong attention to detail, and effectively manage a busy workload. Key Responsibilities: Provide legal administrative support to three lawyers in a fast-paced, professional environment with tact, discretion, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Manage time, resources, workflow, and competing deadlines for various litigation practices, including Commercial Litigation and Construction Litigation. Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings Plan and coordinate meetings, functions, and travel arrangements. Utilize software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bighand, and Soluno accounting system. Provide clerical support, including drafting correspondence (letters, memos, emails) and reviewing/proofreading documents. Manage client account administration and maintain paper and electronic filing systems. Track and diarize limitation dates and ensure efficient document management. Qualifications: Legal Assistant Diploma from an accredited institution is required. At least 5 years of experience, with a focus on Commercial Litigation (preferred but not required). Positive attitude, passion for excellence, and a proactive work ethic. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities. Self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize and manage a fast-paced workload. Strong judgment, able to work independently and collaboratively with a team. Open to adopting new technology for file and time management; willingness to attend training as needed. Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume in strict confidence to Shona Tischner at . At Urban Legal Recruitment, we ensure discretion and confidentiality. We appreciate all applicants'' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.