Legal Assistant/Paralegal

About the Position

Seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to Join our Team at Chester Law.

Chester Law is a full-service law firm located in the heart of Chester on Nova Scotia’s beautiful South Shore. We are seeking a legal assistant/paralegal to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of practice areas. It is an excellent position for someone who enjoys diverse, fast-paced, and engaging legal work.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, among other things:

• Drafting, proofreading, and compiling transactional documents, court filings, contracts, forms, and correspondence in an accurate and efficient manner; ·
• Communicating with clients by phone, email, and in person to collect and relay information and coordinate meetings with the legal team;
• Managing deadlines, court dates, and closing dates across multiple files;
• Assisting with data entry and billing;
• Performing general office and clerical duties; and
• Carrying out other related duties as required.

The position will primarily support the firm's Estate Planning and Administration, Corporate/Commercial, Civil Litigation, and Property Law practice areas. However, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of matters and gain experience across multiple areas of law.

Qualifications

Our Ideal Candidate 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite;
• Experience working with Clio is considered an asset;
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn;
• The ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks; and
• Strong listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

We offer extended health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid overtime, company events, and a competitive salary. We welcome candidates with varying levels of experience and from diverse backgrounds. While prior experience in a legal environment is not required, experience working with corporate law, estate law, or civil litigation files will be considered a significant asset.

How to Apply

If you believe you may be the right fit for our team, please submit your résumé and cover letter to: jenny@chesterlaw.ca.

About the Company

Chester Law
24 Pleasant Street
Chester, Nova Scotia B0J 1J0

Company Contact

Jenny Boehner
jenny@chesterlaw.ca
Preferred Contact: Email

Documents to be Forwarded

• Resume
• Cover letter