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Legal Assistant in Saskatoon, SK

Legal Assistant Job Description

Legal assistants in Canada play a vital role in supporting lawyers and ensuring the smooth operation of a law firm or legal department. These roles offer an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the legal field and contribute to a fast-paced environment.

Typical Legal Assistant Duties:

Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers, including: Scheduling appointments, meetings, and court appearances. Managing calendars and deadlines. Preparing and maintaining legal documents (e.g., contracts, wills, affidavits) from handwritten notes, dictation, or electronic files. Proofreading and editing legal documents for accuracy and formatting. Conducting basic legal research (as directed by a lawyer). Organizing and maintaining legal files electronically and physically. Manage client communication, including: Responding to client inquiries and requests in a professional and courteous manner (may include some phone calls or emails). Preparing client intake forms and other documents. Assist with case preparation, including: Collecting and organizing case documents and evidence. Preparing legal exhibits and presentations. Drafting basic legal correspondence (may vary depending on the firm).

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Salary for Legal Assistant in Saskatoon, SK
47040 - 66640
25th percentile
47040
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
55860
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
66640
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Law Clerk Manager 69825 80605 98735 Senior/Supervising Law Clerk, 7+ Years' Experience 69090 79870 95060 Midlevel Law Clerk, 4-6 Years' Experience 62230 72275 83545 Law Clerk, 2-3 Years' Experience 51695 59535 65905 Law Clerk, 0-1 Year Experience 46305 51695 60760 Paralegal 46060 59045 72520 Senior Legal Assistant 63210 73990 80605 Senior/Executive Legal Administrator, 12+ Years' Experience 56595 66395 80115 Legal Adminstrator, 7-11 Years' Experience 58555 64680 74970 Legal Adminstrator, 3-6 Years' Experience 52185 57330 63455 Legal Adminstrator, 1-2 Years' Experience 43855 50225 56840 Legal Administrative Assistant 43855 52675 59535 File/Records Clerk 38465 44835 49490

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