Posted on August 30, 2025
Job Description
As a Legal Assistant (Floater), you will provide legal administrative and clerical support to lawyers in various practice areas. _*Experience in the areas of Corporate Commercial or Litigation matters is considered an asset.*_ If you have 1+ years experience in a law firm environment, have a strong work ethic, are self-motivated and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.
We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion and fostering a workplace that reflects the strength and diversity of our community and our clients. If you identify as a member of a diverse group, including any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: *Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.*
We are committed to providing *barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices*. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.
*Key Responsibilities:*
* Draft, transcribe, and revise correspondence and legal documents from instructions and precedents;
* Performing due diligence searches (The Property Registry (TPR), Land Titles Office, Companies Office, Bank Act, Bankruptcy, Taxes, and King?s Bench)
* Proofread, edit, and format documents;
* Maintain an established filing system, manual or electronic;
* Open and close files, conduct conflict searches, regular entry of lawyer timesheets and billing;
* Liaise with staff, clients, outside agencies, and the general public;
* Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times; and
* Other duties, as required.
*Skills and Qualifications:*
* Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program;
* 1+ years experience in the area of Corporate Commercial or Litigation matters is considered an asset;
* Strong written and verbal communication skills;
* Excellent proofreading skills (typographical, spelling, grammatical, word usage, and formatting errors);
* Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines;
* Ability to multi-task, display initiative and use sound judgment;
* Ability to work well independently and follow instructions with little supervision;
* Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office; and
* Ability to maintain confidential information and discretion.
Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including a RRSP/DPSP plan.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by applying online at: *http://www.pitblado.com/careers*
_We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted._
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* On-site gym
* Paid time off
* RRSP match
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision care
Application question(s):
* Are you located in Manitoba?
Experience:
* Legal Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Location
Winnipeg , MB
Work location
On site
Salary $ 60,000 YEAR annually
Terms of employment
Permanent employment Full time
Starts as soon as possible
vacancies
1 vacancy
Source
indeed.com
#10216153676
Various locations
Winnipeg, MB
Job Details
- Employer: Pitblado Law
- Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Wage: $60,000.00 annually
- Hours: Permanent, Full-time
- Vacancies: 1
- Start date: As soon as possible
- NOC: 13111
How to Apply
Apply by mail to:
Pitblado Law
Winnipeg, MB