Legal Assistant at LEGALLY BUILT
LEGALLY BUILT is growing, and we are looking for a sharp, organized, and proactive Legal Assistant to join our team.We are a boutique law firm focused on supporting the people and businesses who shape the construction industry. Our work is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and relationship-focused, so we are looking for someone who brings both precision and confidence to the role.
About the Role
The Legal Assistant will provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to our lawyers, helping keep client matters, documents, deadlines, and communications moving smoothly.This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable taking initiative, and able to manage competing priorities without losing sight of the details.
What You’ll Be Doing
Responsibilities may include:
- Preparing, formatting, editing, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
- Managing client files, matter documents, deadlines, and follow-ups
- Opening, organizing, and maintaining electronic and physical files
- Assisting with billing, time entry, invoicing, and accounts-related administration
- Coordinating meetings, calls, calendars, and client communications
- Supporting document management, file sharing, and general office workflows
- Drafting routine correspondence and emails
- Liaising professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, vendors, and other external parties
- Helping improve internal systems, processes, and templates as the firm grows
- Providing general administrative support to ensure the office runs smoothly
What We’re Looking For
The right person will be:
- Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented
- Professional, warm, and client-service focused
- Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
- Able to manage deadlines and shifting priorities
- Clear and confident in written and verbal communication
- Discreet and trustworthy with confidential information
- Tech-comfortable and open to learning new systems
- Calm under pressure and comfortable in a growing boutique firm environment
Experience and Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, or similar role
- Experience in litigation, corporate/commercial, real estate, construction law, or related legal practice areas is an asset
- Strong document formatting and proofreading skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Adobe, and legal/document management systems
- Familiarity with legal practice management software is an asset
- Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent experience is an asset
Why Join LEGALLY BUILT
This is an opportunity to join a modern, founder-led law firm with a clear niche, strong standards, and a thoughtful approach to client service. We are building a firm that is professional without losing the human side of legal work.You will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the firm’s systems, client experience, and growth.
Position Details
Role: Legal Assistant
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Work arrangement: In-office
Schedule: Full-time
Compensation: $50,000-$65,000*
Start date: Negotiable
To Apply
Please send your resume and a short note introducing yourself to Miranda at [email protected]. In your note, please tell us why you are interested in joining LEGALLY BUILT and what makes you excellent at supporting a busy legal practice.
LEGALLY BUILT is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
*Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and the final scope of the role.
Pay: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
