Legal Assistant/Paralegal

About us

At Granville Law, our mission is to deliver exceptional client-oriented legal services. We are dedicated to fostering growth by continuously refining our business practices, enhancing service delivery, and diligently identifying and addressing the unique needs of each client. Through our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction, we strive to establish enduring relationships with out clients built on trust, integrity, and dedicated legal representation.

Expecience:

- Previous experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal, preferably in real estate law

Responsibilities:

- Aid in reviewing and preparing legal documents related to real estate transactions, including purchase agreements, conveyancing documents, mortgages, affidavits, and closing documents

- Coordinate communication between clients, attorneys, real estate agents, mortgagees, and other stakeholders involved in real estate transactions

- Maintain and organize electronic and physical filing systems for legal documents and correspondence

- Prepare and file legal documents with appropriate government agencies and courts

- Provide administrative support such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and handling phone calls

- Perform financial data entry and maintain accurate records

- Treat client matters with discretion to protect client privacy and uphold the integrity of the legal profession

Skills:

- Strong legal drafting skills to assist with the preparation of legal documents

- Strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures related to real estate transactions

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

- Proficient in clerical tasks such as filing, organizing, and maintaining documents

- Project management skills to effectively handle multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines

- Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and PCLaw or other bookkeeping software

- Accurate and efficient data entry abilities to maintain precise records

- Excellent organizational skills to manage files, documents, and schedules effectively

- Attention to detail for proofreading legal documents for errors or inconsistencies

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person