Legal Assistant

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Henderson Williams LLP is a busy and growth-oriented law firm seeking a motivated, reliable and detail-oriented individual to join our Picton team as a Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate will assist lawyers with various administrative duties, including greeting clients, managing phone calls, scheduling appointments, responding to inquires, drafting letters and emails, preparing client accounts, proofreading documents, maintaining client files and managing filing and client database systems. The role is essential to maintaining the efficiency of our operations and supporting our real estate law, corporate law and estate planning work. In this position, you are vital to ensuring that all documentation is accurate and well-organized, and as one of the first points of contact for our clients, you are key to creating a welcoming office atmosphere.

What You Bring:

• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask and work well under pressure
• Meticulous attention to detail with excellent verbal /written communication skills
• A positive, client-service and solution-focused mindset with ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a small team where reliability and accountability are paramount
• Strong computer skills
• Experience working in a legal environment is an asset, but not required- we are willing to train on the job

What We Offer:

We are offering an opportunity for you to help others, learn new skills and grow with us. We are passionate about developing our people and supporting you in reaching your career goals. By joining our team in Picton you can expect:

• a dynamic, supportive and congenial work environment that prioritizes collaboration, proactive approaches, and practical problem solving;
• growth opportunities and continuous support for career development;
• a focus on work-life integration to help balance personal and professional priorities;
• 35 hours/ week (8:30am-4:30pm or 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday);
• Salary commensurate with experience;
• Benefits package, including vision & dental care, RRSP matching; and
• On-site parking.

Please note this position requires in-person attendance in Picton.

How To Apply

If you are interested in joining the Henderson Williams’ team, please submit a cover letter and resume as a single document by email to: jhayes@hwlaw.ca.

Thank you for your interest in Henderson Williams LLP. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available, upon request, for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34,320.00-$47,366.23 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Picton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person