Litigation Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Full Time Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team! This position is located at our Downtown Edmonton, AB location. Secured indoor parking is provided to all employees. 

Responsibilities:

• Client Communication: Regularly interacting with clients to gather information about their injuries, medical treatment, and the impact on their lives. Empathy and discretion are particularly important.
• Drafting legal documents: Managing the exchange of information between parties. Assisting in the preparation of settlement agreements and negotiations, including drafting settlement demands and structuring settlement documents under the supervision of an attorney.
• Scheduling: Managing the attorney's calendar with respect to deadlines, client meetings, hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Medical Records Management: Requesting, reviewing, and summarizing medical records and bills related to the client's injuries.
• Claim Management: Keeping detailed records of all claim documents and correspondence. Tracking important deadlines and ensuring that all filings are completed on time.
• Financial Coordination: Managing the financial aspects related to personal injury cases, such as tracking settlements, calculating damages, and liaising with billing departments.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant preferred but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work both independently and in a team
• Familiarity with legal software, databases, and Office 365 proficiency

James H. Brown and Associates is proud to be Alberta’s largest personal injury law team, offering our clients award-winning representation and support in the face of life-altering injuries and personal loss. We believe that Albertans deserve fair compensation following an accident, and we advocate tirelessly on our client’s behalf to provide the knowledge and expertise needed to achieve the best results possible. If you are looking to enhance your legal career by joining a team ready to do what it takes to secure precedent-settling settlements, James H. Brown and Associates welcomes you to apply for our current openings. Take the first step toward a fulfilling career with James H. Brown and Associates by e-mailing your resume and CV to info@jameshbrown.com. All replies held in strict confidence.