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At Taylor McCaffrey LLP, we know that a successful firm relies on an excellent professional team – paralegals, legal assistants, marketers and communicators, human resources professionals and IT experts. Our legal professional support staff thrive in a respectful, collaborative and dynamic work environment. Taylor McCaffrey LLP encourages all staff to continue their professional development for personal and professional growth. Who are we? Taylor McCaffrey LLP is one of Manitoba’s leading law firms. We are focused on providing our clients with exceptional service that meets their needs. We offer a positive and professional working environment that demonstrates care and support for our firm members. We also focus on training, and opportunities for mentorship and advancement. Our compensation and benefits program is comprehensive and includes Health, Dental, Disability coverage, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and EAP resources for you and your family and a Pension Plan. For additional information about the firm, please visit our website at www.tmlawyers.com. Role Overview: Taylor McCaffrey is seeking a Legal Assistant to work closely on a team comprised of a legal assistant and a litigation paralegal who support a group of Litigation and Labour Lawyers, and perform substantive work that requires knowledge of Civil Litigation and Corporate & Commercial Litigation, including personal injury and medical malpractice, insurance, construction, professional and corporate governance issues and pension law. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Document Preparation & Legal Drafting – Draft correspondence to clients and opposing counsel – Draft pleadings and legal documents with confidence – Prepare letters, emails, and court documents from dictation – Compile briefs for legal proceedings – Review examination for discovery transcripts and prepare lists of undertakings – Enter and manage data in Local Discovery, including organizing and compiling Affidavits of Documents 2. File & Document Management – Organize and manage physical and digital files, including scanning and copying documents – Maintain files in the firm’s document management system – Prepare files for hearings – Perform documentation review as required 3. Legal Research – Utilize CanLII and Westlaw to locate and retrieve case law 4. Scheduling & Calendar Management – Schedule internal and external meetings, phone calls, and calendar events – Make necessary bookings and update lawyers’ calendars accordingly 5. Billing & Time Entry – Enter lawyer time and prepare invoices – Handle general and trust cheque deposits – Prepare and edit pre-bills for review and corrections 6. Administrative Support – Monitor phone calls and provide front-line communication support – Assist with other administrative and clerical duties as assigned Competencies: – Must be customer service driven – Must show initiative to anticipate the needs of lawyers – Be able to work independently and also work effectively as part of a team – Handle a demanding workload and respond to changing priorities as needs arise. – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with individuals within the firm and clients external to the firm. – Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills – Strong computer skills – Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and implement projects in a timely manner – Experience with Acumin and Eclipse is considered an asset. Qualifications: – Post-secondary education in Legal Administration. – 2 years’ experience is considered an asset, but we welcome applicants with administrative experience who seek to learn and develop their skills and experience. – Experience in the use of MS Office Applications. – Experience in a similar role is an asset.

Reporting to the Legal Administrative Services Manager and under direction of a solicitor, the Legal Assistant 3 will provide a full range of advanced legal administrative support to assigned senior solicitor(s) on highly complex and specialized files. This includes independently drafting and preparing complex legal documents, conducting legal research, acting as liaison between external legal counsel, agencies and the public, file intake and management and assistance in file assignment, as well as scheduling and attending legal meetings. The Legal Assistant 3 will also provide functional supervision, guidance and mentorship, and assist in training clerical staff and junior level Legal Assistants in the work assignments to ensure adherence to legal document templates, processes and procedures as required. The position is also required to handle a high volume of files. As the Legal Assistant 3 you will: Provide advanced legal administrative support to assigned senior solicitor(s) Communications File Intake and Management Assist Solicitor Practice and Calendars Training and other Responsibilities as Directed Your education and qualifications include: Legal Assistant Certificate from a recognized institution. May consider equivalent combination of education and experience. Extensive related/relevant experience working in a legal setting specifically in the specialized area of law. Ability to work independently with great attention to detail and with a high degree of responsibility and accountability. Considerable and thorough experience of required legal operations, policies, and procedures, legal terminology, and legal and court processes and regulations. Experienced in creating and maintaining accurate records and files in accordance with established policies and procedures Organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize workloads, and manage concurrent assignments with meeting strict, legislated deadlines Interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, outside solicitors/lawyers, department heads, city staff and members of the public Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate information through various methods to multiple levels of the organization, stakeholders and the public. Ability to handle confidential and politically sensitive matters with tact, diplomacy and integrity Supervisory experience and ability to provide guidance, oversight and mentorship would be an asset IMPORTANT : Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application. Conditions of employment: The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid. Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful applicant at their expense.  

Fillmore Riley LLP is a highly regarded and accomplished full-service law firm located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Our firm has been entrusted to work on some of the most complex and sophisticated transactions and litigation involving Canada’s most prominent companies, institutions and individuals. We have an opening for an experienced Immigration Legal Assistant to assist at the partnership level. The incumbent will be able to take direction well, have detailed office and file organization skills and be self-motivated to work independently. The position is an in-office, in-person only position. Responsibilities Interacting with clients, by telephone and in-person Prepare letters and other correspondence Set meetings, organize lawyer calendar, prioritize tasks Data Entry on government forms including forpermanent residence, work permits, status extensions, and criminal inadmissibility, etc. Monitor changes to immigration forms, and government website updates, Draft expense claims and organize deliveries Prepare, coordinate and monitor employment advertisements for LMIAs for clients Core Competencies 3 or more years of experience as an Immigration Legal Assistant Sound judgment and strong problem solving skills Excellent people and communications skills Ability to learn quickly and retain complex information Possess strong computer, online research and organizational skills Excellent knowledge of the immigration websites Eager to work in a fast-paced environment Complete complex assignments with minimal supervision Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing deadlines Exercise critical thinking, with attention to detail and consistently produce high quality work Reliability and strong attendance What We Offer Competitive salary that is commensurate with experience and skills Exceptional benefits package, including extended health coverage, dental coverage and long term disability Employee Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) RRSP Matching Program Comprehensive training and orientation program Corporate gym membership rate Shortened work day on Fridays during the summer months Opportunity for community involvement through a variety of firm sponsorships and events Fillmore Riley is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Please forward your resume stating salary expectations to: Fillmore Riley LLP 1700 - 360 Main Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3Z3 Attention: Ms. P. Kapilik E-Mail: recruiting@fillmoreriley.com We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.  

Fillmore Riley LLP is a highly regarded and accomplished full-service law firm located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Our firm has been entrusted to work on some of the most complex and sophisticated transactions and litigation involving Canada’s most prominent companies, institutions and individuals. We have an opening for an experienced Immigration Legal Assistant to assist at the partnership level. The incumbent will be able to take direction well, have detailed office and file organization skills and be self-motivated to work independently. The position is an in-office, in-person only position. Responsibilities Interacting with clients, by telephone and in-person Prepare letters and other correspondence Set meetings, organize lawyer calendar, prioritize tasks Data Entry on government forms including forpermanent residence, work permits, status extensions, and criminal inadmissibility, etc. Monitor changes to immigration forms, and government website updates, Draft expense claims and organize deliveries Prepare, coordinate and monitor employment advertisements for LMIAs for clients Core Competencies 3 or more years of experience as an Immigration Legal Assistant Sound judgment and strong problem solving skills Excellent people and communications skills Ability to learn quickly and retain complex information Possess strong computer, online research and organizational skills Excellent knowledge of the immigration websites Eager to work in a fast-paced environment Complete complex assignments with minimal supervision Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing deadlines Exercise critical thinking, with attention to detail and consistently produce high quality work Reliability and strong attendance What We Offer Competitive salary that is commensurate with experience and skills Exceptional benefits package, including extended health coverage, dental coverage and long term disability Employee Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) RRSP Matching Program Comprehensive training and orientation program Corporate gym membership rate Shortened work day on Fridays during the summer months Opportunity for community involvement through a variety of firm sponsorships and events Fillmore Riley is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Please forward your resume stating salary expectations to: Fillmore Riley LLP 1700 - 360 Main Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3Z3 Attention: Ms. P. Kapilik E-Mail: recruiting@fillmoreriley.com We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.