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Legal Assistant (Civil Litigation)

Government of Alberta · Justice (Legal Services Division)

This job in plain words

This full-time job supports lawyers on the Civil Litigation team in the Legal Services Division of Alberta Justice, based in Edmonton. You prepare, edit and file court and legal documents for several lawyers, often on tight deadlines.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated in the posting.

Education
College diploma · Two-year diploma in a related field such as Legal Assistant or Paralegal. Equivalency with experience is considered (one year of experience for one year of education).
Experience
One year of progressively responsible related experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, with a law firm or other agency.
Job type
Full-time, 36.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm). Permanent and temporary positions (temporary for 12 to 18 months).

What they ask for:

  • Two-year diploma in a related field, such as Legal Assistant or Paralegal
  • One year of progressive experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe
  • Ability to work independently and in a team with high workloads

What you would do

  • Prepare and process documents from lawyers' written or verbal instructions
  • Draft letters, memos, agreements and reports
  • Prepare and e-file court documents according to the Rules of Court
  • Maintain paper and electronic filing systems and lawyers' calendars
  • Research case law and statutes using tools like CanLII and Westlaw
  • Manage legal files and liaise with clients, counsel and courts

How to apply

Apply online through the official Alberta posting. You must include a cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements, or your application will not be considered, along with a resume that lists dates for education and work experience.

Good to know:

  • A cover letter is required. Applications without one will not be considered.
  • Final candidates must complete a criminal records check, at their own cost.
  • The work is on site at Peace Hills Trust Tower in Edmonton. Hybrid or remote work is not available.
  • Applicants not qualified now may be placed in a pool for similar vacancies at the same or lower level across the Government of Alberta.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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