Bryan & Company is a pre-eminent Western Canadian law firm dedicated to delivering a high level of legal service and acting as trusted advisors to our clients. We support our clients in achieving their goals by being practical, efficient, and responsive. We focus on the interplay that exists between business and legal disciplines in creating effective solutions for our clients.
Bryan & Company is a valued member of Ally Law, a global service network of 70+ independent law firms that help provide localized business intelligence and a global reach. Member firms are extended an invitation only after strict vetting and are continuously evaluated against rigorous service standards. Our membership with Ally Law is a testament to the quality of legal service we provide.
As we approach our centennial anniversary, the Firm is guided by a five-year strategic plan rooted in investing in talent, curating a compelling client roster and optimizing process and tools.
The Legal Assistant plays an integral role in supporting our team of legal professionals in delivering superior quality service to our clients. The successful candidate will take initiative, thrive in a fast-paced environment and will work well independently and as a team.
The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills and will thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Responsibilities
- Word processing of correspondence and legal documents from dictation, handwritten or other forms of instruction;
- Preliminary drafting of correspondence and legal documents;
- File maintenance including daily filing (electronic or paper), file organization, opening files, closing files, maintain client file lists;
- Maintain tracking systems for limitations and follow up dates, handling mail, responding to client calls and general inquiries; and
- Administration duties including time entry and bill preparation.
Competencies
- Entrepreneurial Spirit | Proactive mindset with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for improvement. Resourcefulness in finding solutions to challenges. Willingness to take initiative and ownership of tasks.
- Team Collaboration | Ability to work effectively in a team environment, fostering a culture of cooperation and mutual support. Willingness to assist and support team members as needed.
- Fun and Engagement | Demonstrates enthusiasm and positivity in approach to tasks and interactions. Contributes to a lively and enjoyable work atmosphere.
- Pride in Work | Takes pride in delivering high-quality work and maintaining professional standards. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and strives for excellence.
- Authenticity | Embraces individuality and brings an authentic self to the workplace. Genuine and transparent in interactions with colleagues and clients. Demonstrates integrity and honesty in all actions and communications.
- Forward-Looking Vision | Anticipates the needs of colleagues and team members. Openness to change and willingness to embrace new technologies, processes, and ideas.
- Adaptability | Flexibility to adjust priorities and tasks in response to shifting demands. Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
Education & Experience
- Diploma or certificate in accredited post-secondary Legal Assistant program;
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in a litigation practice; and
- Previous experience in the area of Insurance Defense will be considered a strong asset.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
