legal administrative assistant
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June 28, 2024
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Cumming & Partners
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Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant
Location: Toronto, Canada
We are a boutique law firm specializing in immigration and citizenship law. Our lawyers are licensed to practice law in both Canada and the United States. We currently have one position available for a bright and hardworking Legal Administrative Assistant. This is a rewarding, collegial, and fast paced work environment.
The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of one year of Canadian or U.S. immigration experience. Experience with both Canadian and U.S. immigration would be an asset.
*The successful candidate must have the following competencies: *
- Experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or Executive Assistant (or a combination of education and experience) is a strong asset.
- Minimum one year of Canadian or U.S. immigration experience.
- Self-starter capable of working independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to learn and utilize various software programs used by the firm.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Education or certification in legal administration, as a Law Clerk, or in a law-related field is a strong asset.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, with strong experience in calendar and legal practice management.
- Extremely high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to exercise good judgment, show initiative, and be proactive.
- Solid organizational and time management skills.
- Professional, responsive, friendly, and able to build productive relationships.
*The duties include but are not limited to:*
- Assisting our busy immigration team with complex legal matters in Canadian and U.S. immigration.
- Preparing and processing legal documents (both paper and online) under the supervision of senior staff.
- Managing client files and practice activities.
- Communicating with USCIS, CBP, IRCC, and other government agencies regarding client matters.
- Managing calendars and emails.
- Providing general administrative support.
We offer group benefits, salary, and monthly bonus to commensurate with experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Commuter benefits
* Company events
* Dental care
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision care
* Wellness program
Flexible Language Requirement:
* French not required
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus pay
Education:
* Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
* Legal Administrative: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
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LocationToronto, ON
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9342003576
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