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Legal Assistant – Family Law & Civil Litigation

Location: St. Albert, AB
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

About Us

Draper Farooqi LLP is a dynamic and client-focused law firm based in St. Albert, Alberta, specializing in family law and general civil litigation. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, strategic, and results-driven advocacy for our clients. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and organized Legal Assistant to join our team and support our growing practice.

Role & Responsibilities

As a Legal Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our lawyers by managing files, communicating with clients, and handling administrative tasks. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, reviewing, and managing legal documents and correspondence for family law and civil litigation cases.
• Drafting pleadings, affidavits, financial statements, and court forms for the responsible lawyer's review.
• Filing documents with the courts and coordinating service.
• Managing lawyers’ calendars, and scheduling client meetings.
• Handling client communications with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Organizing and maintaining case files, both electronic and physical.
• Providing administrative support, including office administration, billing, time entry, and file management.

Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

• Legal Assistant diploma/certificate or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience in a law firm, with a focus on family law and civil litigation, is an asset.
• Strong understanding of Alberta court procedures and filing processes.
• Proficiency in legal software: Cosmolex, ChildView, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• A professional, team-oriented, and client-focused approach.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity for growth and professional development.
• Competitive compensation.

How to Apply

If you are a detail-oriented and motivated legal assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in a busy law firm, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter to emilie@dfllp.ca with the subject line “Legal Assistant Application – [Your Name].”We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.