Legal Assistant

A place is waiting for you!

Cain Lamarre is the best-established and one of the largest law firms in Quebec. With 15 offices and 550 resources, including nearly 300 legal professionals, lawyers, and notaries active in all areas of law, combined with deeply rooted values that put people first, we can offer you a stimulating career in a welcoming environment.

Cain Lamarre is seeking a legal assistant for his Saguenay office.

PROFILE

The successful candidate stands out for their thoroughness and organizational skills, as well as their ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Resourceful and client-focused, they enjoy working as part of a team and making a significant contribution to the office’s success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively coordinate the monitoring of files, deadlines, and schedules;
• Perform basic legal checks in various computer databases (SOQUIJ, REQ, land registry, etc.);
• Prepare and assist professionals in drafting correspondence, procedural documents, agreements, and various legal documents;
• Participate in the opening, monitoring, updating, closing, and archiving of physical and computer files;
• Compile and manage requests for documents from third parties;
• Review and index transcripts;
• Create and update document indexes;
• Prepare authority, procedure, and commitment books;
• Prepare expense reports;
• Organize and manage file documentation;
• Review and correct professionals’ billing documents in collaboration with the billing department;
• Assist professionals in preparing files and trials;
• Perform all other related tasks.

SKILLS AND QUALITIES SOUGHT

• Excellent mastery of French, both spoken and written;
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Autonomy and team spirit;
• Organizational skills and sense of responsibility;
• Outstanding customer service;
• Rigorous, meticulous, and professional;
• Ability to manage priorities;
• Ability to work under pressure.

BENEFITS

• Group insurance paid in part by the employer;
• Group pension plan with employer contribution;
• Telemedicine and Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Annual health and wellness reimbursement program;
• On-site parking.

*All applications will be treated confidentially. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.