Legal Assistant - Business Law - IT

Working in the field of law for decades, this firm is looking for a legal assistant to complete a business law and information technology practice group for its Montreal office.

Role and Responsibilities of the Position
- Invoicing (including ebilling);
- Document formatting and proofreading;
- Transcription of dictations;
- Telephone communications with customers;
- Contact management;
- Follow-up of correspondence;
- Opening of files;
- Updating documents and presentations;
- Filing and archiving of files;
- Agenda planning and meeting deadlines.

Required Education and Experience
- Diploma of Secondary Vocational Studies (DVS) or Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) in Office Automation, with a legal specialization;
- More than 3 years of experience in legal secretarial work;
- Proficient in Word (advanced functions) and very good knowledge of the MS Office suite;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both in English and French;
- Excellent organizational skills and speed of execution;
- Excellent initiative, sense of responsibility and resourcefulness;
- Reliability, professionalism, punctuality, team spirit, discretion;
- Ability to manage emergencies and prioritize tasks;
- Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Availability to work overtime, when required.

Does this role of legal assistant attract you? 

As an equal opportunity employer, Personnel Alter Ego values diversity in its workforce and seeks to ensure all groups remain fairly represented. Candidates must have the legal right to work in Canada.