Stringam LLP
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Feb 04, 2024
Full time
Stringam LLP is recruiting for a Legal Assistant - Wills & Estates | Lethbridge, Alberta
Stringam LLP is one of Alberta's largest regional law firms providing premium, tailored legal advice with over 100 years of experience, and we are by no means stuck in the past. Our demand for excellence has shaped us into a focused and streamlined firm, committed to providing the very best legal services.
With offices located in Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Beaverlodge, Brooks, Fort McMurray, Taber, Raymond and Swift Current, our team has experience handling a variety of cases in all areas of law, from litigation, family and divorce to business, real estate, agriculture, and personal injury.
Are you interested in becoming the next member of this exceptional team? Our goal is to employ great people who are interested in contributing to the success of our business and the profession we serve. We hope you choose Stringam as your employer of choice towards a meaningful career in law.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for an exceptional individual to take charge of the challenging role of Legal Assistant with a focus on Wills & Estates in our Lethbridge office.
Responsibilities include:
Preparing documents, such as Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Personal Directives, applications to Court for Grants of Probate and Administration, as well as Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship, and others related to Estate management and record keeping, Estate accounting, Releases and distributions of assets
Taking in client and Estates information, opening and organizing files, preparing initial drafts of letters, documents and spreadsheets, following up on matters with clients, beneficiaries, Court, Land Title Office, banks and others
Responding knowledgeably and appropriately to incoming inquiries
Qualifications:
Knowledge of the nature and purpose of Wills and other Estate planning methods, the nature, purpose, procedure and documents relating to Probate, Administration and the management of Estates of deceased persons, and other related, complex matters
Ability to utilize critical thinking to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Ability to quickly learn new concepts, terminology and procedures
Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and consistent quality of work
Exceptional organizational, time management and file management skills
Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing; excellent skill in composition, grammar and spelling
Professional demeanor including an ability to manage all incoming telephone inquiries, working well with colleagues, lawyers, external clients and outside providers
Professional level Microsoft Word skills, intermediate Excel skills
Completion of an accredited legal assistant or paralegal diploma program with a minimum of one (1) year of experience in a Wills & Estates practice
Compensation & Hours:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Regular full-time position with working hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM subject to change from time to time. We provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, critical illness, long term disability, vacation and sick time benefits.
To apply please send a cover letter and resume to the attention of Kenny Davey, while quoting the job title in the subject line at hr@stringam.ca. All applications will be held in strict confidence. Stringam is an equal opportunity employer.
Stringam wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.