Job Description
Real Estate Land Legal Assistant - Calgary
Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest-growing law firm in Western Canada.
Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a Real Estate Land Legal Assistant beginning their career to join our busy Calgary office. The position will require a confident and reliable individual to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic and hardworking team player who would like to work with lawyers and paralegals in this practice group. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Standard Responsibilities:
• Drafting, preparing, and proofreading correspondence, accounts, and various transactional documents and forms in the respective jurisdictions of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan
• Land title searches, and general searches
• Real Estate focusing on land transactions
• Opening, organizing, and maintaining files both electronic and hard copy as required
• Maintaining and organizing client contacts, files, and various calendars
• Preparing forms such as cheque requisitions, wire transfers, trust deposits, and expense reports
• Prioritizing workflow to ensure completion of accurate work within established timelines
• Dealing with and responding to client inquiries expeditiously and conducting follow-ups
• General administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, preparing materials, and working with other related departments/services internally to provide documents and other materials on time to meet client needs
• Managing administrative tasks including time entry and monthly billing cycle
• Updating and maintaining client/matter lists and current client contact records electronically
• Demonstrating a team approach, ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality; accountability in relation to both internal and external clients to achieve outputs and goals for the Department and the Firm
• Other legal administrative duties as assigned or required
Qualifications:
• Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate or Diploma from an accredited institution
• Strong Administrative skills
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, proven ability to create and edit large documents
• Proven proactive diarizing/follow-up skills; strong grammatical skills, including punctuation and proofreading, attention to detail, and accuracy are required.
• Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and Document Management Systems (iManage, Aderant) is also an asset.
• Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, and exceptional attention to detail
• Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature, and courteous manner
• Highly dependable and adaptable with a great work ethic
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Can work both independently and as part of a collegial team
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including:
• Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out-of-country, life, AD&D.
• Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment.
• Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year.
• Paid Parental leave top-up.
• Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides an opportunity for our staff to expand their skills and knowledge.
• Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses, and an employee referral bonus program.
• Fun Environment: annual year-end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.
• Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards.
What to expect:
• A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and our clients
• An environment where constant learning is encouraged
• A fun and collaborative work environment
• A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
• A commitment to providing a discrimination-free and harassment-free workplace environment
We support equal opportunities for all applicants and encourage all people of visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, ****** orientation, gender identity, or expression to apply.
If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter here.
Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Real Estate Land Legal Assistant | Calgary position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
