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Location: Edmonton, AB, CA Date: Jul 16, 2021 We have an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant in our Financial Services Group. The lawyer that this position will support focus’ their practice on general corporate/commercial matters including sales, leasing and acquisition of assets and shares, real estate related matters and basic corporate documents. Our legal assistant structure is based on a team model within a practice group. Legal assistants typically support more than one lawyer and will be called upon help others within their practice group when workload volumes are at their peak or during periods of vacation or absence coverage.   Responsibilities • Maintaining files and diarizations on a daily basis; Obtaining public registry searches; Drafting, editing and proofreading routine correspondence, agreements, letters and other related documents; Managing administrative tasks, including time entry, billings, scheduling of appointments and coordinating meetings etc.; Communicating with clients as required; Prioritizing workflow to ensure completion of accurate work within established timelines; and Any other duties, as required.   Requirements • Legal assistant diploma from an accredited college plus a minimum of three (3) years of previous legal assistant experience in a related practice area; Experience with digital filing, document management and dictation software; Superb accuracy and attention to detail; Strong organization and time management skills; Advanced computer skills; proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook; Ideally a self-starter who is able to take initiative, multi task and work well under pressure both independently and in a team setting; Highly motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Takes pride and ownership in the finished work product; and Demonstrated commitment to privacy and ethical conduct. *We thank all applicants who apply, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   Equal Opportunity Statement Inclusion and diversity (I&D) are fundamental to who we are at Dentons Canada and essential to the success and strength of our firm. Our forward-thinking, inclusive culture promotes and supports the professional development of our diverse talent, the leading services we offer to our clients, and positive social change. As a testament to our commitment to I&D, we are recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 11 consecutive years (2011-2021) and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2021) for the fourth time. Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender assigned at birth, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation. To support and embrace your diverse skillsets, talents and experiences, we are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at careers.canada@dentons.com.      

Position Overview: Legal Administrative Assistant Legal Services - Edmonton, Alberta Permanent, Full-Time Position(s) Are you a looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference on a team that impacts the lives of Albertans? Are you self-motivated with excellent communication skills and enjoy building strong and effective relationships with people? Are you compassionate and find your skills best suited to a client centric work environment? If this sounds like you - come and join our team! Responsibilities: Assists the Bodily Injury Adjusters by receiving and reviewing files to determine if a vested cause of action is possible under tort and workers’ compensation law. Determines the status of parties under the Workers’ Compensation Act. Promotes the services of the Legal Services Department to injured workers in vested causes of action. Inputs data into the legal tracking system, orders motor vehicle and corporate searches, and prepares files for Bodily Injury Adjusters. Qualifications: High School diploma supplemented with several years of progressively responsible experience as a Legal Assistant. Legal Assistant diploma, courses in litigation procedure and personal injury, and courses through the Insurance Institute of Canada is preferred. C.I.P. designation is a definite asset. Broad knowledge of the law and litigation process with the ability to inform interested parties of progress. Working knowledge of medical terminology is an asset. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required. Ability to build external stakeholder relationships. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Insurance and Commercial Litigation Associate Are you a lawyer looking for that right fit? An opportunity to advance your legal career while making a difference in the community? Do tag lines such as "integrity", "respect" catch your interest? Do you value top of the line technology and support resources to help you develop your practice and meet your client's needs? If so, we are interested in meeting you. Duncan Craig LLP is looking to add an experienced (1-3 year) commercial litigation and insurance defence associate to our team of litigation lawyers. The successful candidate must have 1-3 years of insurance defence and commercial litigation experience, preferably with some exposure to construction liens and commercial dispute resolution. What we give you: Our law firm believes in building and maintaining long-term relationships with clients and each other. You will have the opportunity to work closely with senior lawyers and interact with clients in a meaningful way. We are actively involved in our community from both a firm and individual basis and we encourage our lawyers to be active participants in a variety of community leadership roles. The development of our lawyer's technical legal skill and knowledge is important to our firm and we provide tangible file and provide development learning opportunities as well as outstanding and current technology to work with. Many of our lawyers are recognized as leaders in their respective fields with numerous lawyers listed in Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and as Best Lawyers. With over 125 years of history in Edmonton, our firm has the experience and stability our clients depend upon and through which you can build your legal career. We provide competitive remuneration, a multi-faceted bonus structure, extensive benefits, leading technology, flexibility and the opportunity to practice in and develop at one of Northern Alberta's most established and respected law firms. We have been recognized as a Top Employer in Canada and in Alberta and invest in the success of our people and our community. Are you ready to start a conversation? Contact us today. All inquiries and expressions of interest are kept completely confidential. Qualifications Needed: Minimum of 1-3 years combined insurance and commercial litigation experience (construction experience is preferred) Solid legal and analytical ability, excellent research and writing skills, strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, sound judgment and a pragmatic, cost-effective approach to serving clients. Effective file and practice management skills are essential. Great team spirit and a willingness to collaborate on projects with other lawyers and stakeholders Client and community focus

ob Requisition ID: 3965 Ministry : Justice and Solicitor General Location: Edmonton Full or Part-Time: Full-Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Regular/Temporary : Temporary (18 month) Scope: Open Closing Date: January 27, 2021 Classification : Legal Officer 1-3 About Us   Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, Legal Services Division, is responsible for providing quality legal advice to the Government of Alberta. Within the Division, the Central Services Team provides legal services to over 20 departments. Our lawyers are involved in contract drafting and review, commercial transactions, statutory interpretation, legislative development, and in giving general legal and related strategic advice to a wide range of client departments. The work is fast-paced and provided in a team environment. Our lawyers are involved in a wide range of legal work that is challenging, interesting, important, and ever-changing. Role This is an opportunity to be part of a cohesive team which provides legal services to the Government department of Treasury Board and Finance. Successful candidates may also have an opportunity to provide legal services to the department of Agriculture and Forestry. The ideal candidates will be capable of forming good client relationships and will have: A strong client focus Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills Strong analytical, research, verbal, and written communication skills Strong legal drafting skills High flexibility and the ability to work within a team and respond quickly to address frequently changing client needs, issues, and priorities Please note that all Legal Officers may be reassigned within the division to provide legal services to any other department, as operationally required. Qualifications A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD). The candidates must be active members or must have immediate eligibility for full membership with the Law Society of Alberta. Experience in corporate/commercial contract drafting and review, legal research and analysis, and preparing legal opinions is required. Specific experience in providing legal advice on major corporate/commercial transactions, financing (borrowing and lending), creditors’ remedies, procurement, pensions or insurance is considered an asset. Experience advising major banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions on complex financing transactions is considered an asset. APS Competencies Section Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. The link below will assist you with understanding competencies: Note to recruiter: If you haven’t included competency information in the “Role” section, you can include the critical competencies with examples of how they relate to the role being recruited to in this section; below is a list of the APS competencies to assist you: Agility Drive for Results Develop Self and Others Build Collaborative Environments Develop Networks Systems Thinking Creative Problem Solving Salary Classification and salary will be determined based on candidate’s qualifications. Below is the minimum number of years required for each classification: Legal Counsel 1: Up to 4 years of related experience is required ($3,055.53 - $3,936.73 bi-weekly) Legal Counsel 2: 4 years to 13 years of related experience is required ($4,391.03 - $5,600.88 bi-weekly) Legal Counsel 3: More than 11 years of related experience is required ($5,535.55 - $6,467.12 bi-weekly) Notes Candidates may be asked to submit a current legal writing sample if they are invited for an interview. In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time or full-time. For example: January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs shifts/week). This competition may be used to full current and future permanent and temporary vacancies at the same or lower level within the Government of Alberta. Secondments will be considered. Candidates with lower qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. Candidates may be asked to complete a criminal records check. What we offer: Comprehensive benefits plan Pension plan Leadership and mentorship programs Professional learning and development Positive workplace culture and work-life balance How To Apply   If you are unable to apply online, please contact: JSG Human Resource Services <JSG.HRServices@gov.ab.ca> Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements. It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)   Tips for Applicants: Closing Statement This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. If you require any further information on this job posting, please contact JSG Human Resource Services <JSG.HRServices@gov.ab.ca>

Overview Sureway offers a fantastic opportunity to join a leading team in the heavy civil construction industry. We offer a friendly, fast-paced environment with plenty of room for career advancement, great benefits, and a strong team of professionals.   Sureway Construction Group of Companies is currently seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal.   Responsibilities Effectively manage email, mail and tasks for the in house council. Draft contracts, letters, leases and other legal documents. Monitor and assist with inquiries made by phone and email. Provide a high level of customer service and professional to internal and external clients. Follow instructions with minimum supervision and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment. Assist with all legal administrative duties as required. Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience: Enrollment in, or completion of, Legal Administrative education. High degree of quality in regards to; attention to detail, organizational and time management skills. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Advanced Excel skills and intermediate skills in all other Microsoft Office programs. Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and discretion. Strong understanding of corporate structures, trusts, and partnerships . Sureway Construction adheres to employment equity and equal opportunity programs and encourages all women, visible minorities, Aboriginals and disabled persons to apply. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.   We’re Ready. Are You? Please visit our website for more information: http://www.sureway.ca/  

Essential Functions: Provide full scope legal administrative support such as document preparation, drafting letters, client correspondence, binder preparation and billing Oversee the processing of trust funds to and from trust and investment accounts on a timely basis in respect of various transactions Complete due diligence searches (Corporate Registry, Personal Property Registry, Land Titles) Calendar management and meeting organization Document management duties, including filing and diary system Building a positive rapport with staff, lawyers and clients Provide additional administrative assistance and general office duties as assigned Qualifications: Post-secondary education from an accredited Legal Assistant program and/or equivalent experience Minimum 3 years’ experience in a legal support position; experience in commercial real estate an asset Proficient with computers, particularly Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and discretion Highly organized and able to prioritize workload Excellent attention to detail Self-motivated Responds to everyday tasks with little supervision and takes ownership of the role A strong team player; demonstration of a positive work ethic Excellent verbal and written communication skills Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus pay Overtime pay Benefits: Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday

This position will be responsible for providing paralegal support for the lawyers in the Edmonton office. Responsibilities will cover all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, commercial leasing and strata property matters, and will include the preparation and review of documents for such matters. Our ideal candidate will have a background in secured lending in addition to commercial real estate. This candidate will be self-motivated, highly organized, have superior computer proofreading and time management skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work independently, follow instructions with minimum supervision and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment. Responsibilities include: Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant Program/and or Paralegal Program (equivalencies will be considered); 5+ years of experience working with complex commercial real estate transactions, with some lending experience, in a law firm setting; Ability to handle all Land Title Office and Personal Property Registry registrations and filings; Advanced Computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software; Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must have proof reading, writing, spelling and grammar skill Perform complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents; Follow instructions with minimum supervision and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment; Maintain an efficient file system (physical and electronic files), have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail; A client focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients. MLT Aikins LLP is an expertise-based, full-service law firm of 240 lawyers serving clients across Western Canada from offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. A friendly, cooperative atmosphere typifies the smaller working environment of the Edmonton office of MLT Aikins LLP. Salary is negotiable. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Vision care Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: commercial real estate transactions or lending: 5 years (Required)

Bishop & McKenzie LLP is currently accepting applications for a Collections & Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in Edmonton. We are looking for a full-time highly motivated person to provide exceptional support to our lawyers and clients in a busy department. To thrive in this challenging role, you will embrace variety and have excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills. Key Functions: Responsible for managing a portfolio of unsecured collections and secured collections files Communicating directly with clients in a professional manner Preparation of pleadings Drafting various types of correspondence. Conducting various types of searches Registering encumbrances at Land Titles Determining payment plans with debtors Calculating balances and administering payments Preparing and sending Monthly billings Requirements: Legal Assistant certificate/diploma or equivalent experience 3 - 5 years and direct work experience in a litigation or collections legal assistant capacity Critical thinking, analysis, and research skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment within deadlines Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Outlook, Word and Excel, as well as document management systems Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work as a team player Detailed records maintenance skills Strong customer service orientated We offer a full benefit package, holiday entitlement in the first year, and an employer contributed RRSP. We would like to thank all applicants; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym Paid time off Vision care Schedule: Monday to Friday COVID-19 considerations: Bishop & McKenzie has stringent In-Office COVID-19 protocols that are in place to ensure all employees and their families stay safe and well. Experience: litigation : 3 years (Required) legal assistant: 3 years (Required) Work remotely: No