Careers

We are seeking an energetic and motivated Associate Lawyer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated legal professional to thrive in a multi-disciplinary, collegial environment. We are committed to providing a competitive salary and bonus structure, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to advance in your legal career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, prepare, and review legal documents with precision, ensuring accuracy
• Provide empathetic and professional client support, maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality
• Represent clients in court proceedings and mediations, offering sound legal advice and advocacy
• Stay current with the latest legal developments, ensuring expertise in all relevant areas of law
• Review and manage client files, ensuring information is updated, accurate, and well-organized
• Collaborate with legal teams, providing research, case preparation, and support to ensure the efficient progression of matters

Skills and Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Bar in Prince Edward Island
• Minimum two to five years experience
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work independently and make sound legal decisions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional approach to client and colleague interactions
• A self-starter who is motivated and takes initiative, while also appreciating the value of working in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and maintaining client confidentiality

We are seeking a Legal Assistant for an immediate opening who is interested in joining our team and providing our clients with exceptional, timely service. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and a number of employee benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Email and calendar management, scheduling and preparing for meetings
• Maintaining a bring forward system and providing appropriate reminders
• Preparing, formatting & editing various correspondence and legal documents
• Communicating with clients
• Opening and closing files
• Ensuring electronic and paper filing is kept up to date and organized
• Transcribing dictated information
• Coordinating with other assistants to foster a team environment
• Providing backup coverage in the absence of other assistants
• Other duties, as may be required

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to provide a professional and friendly experience for clients
• Understanding of legal terminology and documents
• Understanding of the confidential nature of a law firm
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, work with tight deadlines and to reassess and adapt to changing priorities
• Highly organized with a high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong typing skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Grade 12 diploma
• Successful completion of a Legal Administration, Administrative Assistant or Office Administration program or related field, or previous experience in a related field
• Computer skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook), Adobe, Windows