Overview

Our client is searching for a Legal Assistant to join their team. Working directly with the Managering Partner and a Senior Associate, you will provide support in this dynamic Tax and Estates team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of correspondence and legal documents relating to areas of taxation and estate planning including complex wills, family trusts and estate administration;
• Ensure time-sensitive documents are managed effectively;
• Organize, open, manage and close client files;
• Prepare reports – estate planning and corporate reorganizations;
• Enter dockets and process monthly accounts;
• Maintain tickler systems to monitor key dates for task management;
• Schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments as required ensuring the lawyer’s calendar is up-to-date, including adding events, rescheduling appointments and providing daily briefings;
• Act as a point of contact for in...