At BLG it begins with service!  Our approach to Professional and Service Excellence is based upon personal standards of absolute integrity, unfailing mutual respect and dedication in all that we do for our clients.  We pride ourselves on having the best talent, legal and non-legal, and delivering the best service.
 
The Calgary office of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, one of Canada’s largest law firms, is seeking a Legal Assistant in our Financial Services Group.
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting documents for corporate/commercial transactions including, trust letters, closing books and due diligence.
• Coordinate flow of information and of work
• Initiate follow-up as required
• Organize and maintain client files
• Communicate with clients
• Perform administrative duties with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, docketing, billing, etc.
• Conduct searches and or registration for: Cores, PPR, LTO, Taxes, QB.
• Prepare and/or answer correspondence
• Processing expense reports
• Answer telephone, direct calls, respond to inquiries
• Various other duties may be required

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Legal Assistant Diploma
• Minimum 3 - 5 years legal experience
• Experience with real estate conveyancing
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• PPR accreditation
• Excellent multi-tasking skills and the ability to work independently, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with clients and lawyers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented individual with good proofreading skills
• Able to set own priorities while maintaining flexibility
• Perform clerical, administrative and general office duties
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Availability to work overtime, when necessary

If you have an interest in this position or know of someone who may be suitable, please forward a current resume to Denise Mondor dmondor@blg.com by February 15, 2012.