Position:
Junior Legal Assistant
Department:
Administration
Reporting To:
Chief Operating Officer
THE COMPANY
Hansell LLP provides expert, independent legal and governance counsel to businesses, their
directors, shareholders and other stakeholders. From navigating critical situations to designing
effective governance strategies, Hansell LLP has experience in all aspects of corporate governance
that are important to our clients.
POSITION DETAILS
We are looking for a hands-on Junior Legal Assistant to provide support to our Senior Partner
and other legal professionals and consultants. The ideal candidate will have a good
understanding of how to institute efficient work flows so that the Senior Partner and key
members of the legal team are freed from day-to-day administrative and organizational details.
The candidate must have some experience and understanding of how to manage legal
documents at a sophisticated capacity. The primary responsibilities will include providing
document support for the lawyers and consultants, in addition to coordinating and managing the
daily activities, schedules and documents. It is critical that the right candidate have a strong sense
in terms of being able to prioritize multiple requirements and is eager to learn how to be the
best-in-class.
This is a great opportunity to become a valued contributor to an established professional and
growing team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provide support for the lawyers and consultants in preparing, revising and finalizing legal
and written documents
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Properly review, proofread and assist with any materials, including documents, reports,
memos, briefings, presentations, forms and other items ensuring accuracy and
completeness
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Properly format and implement styles of legal documents
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Assist with producing print ready documents for review by lawyers
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Ensure supporting materials (agendas, signage, A-V requirements) for meetings and
events are prepared accurately and provided in a timely manner
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Take ownership for the success of the firm-wide administrative functions by effectively
communicating with and providing back up support to all administrative staff, as required
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Proactively contribute to office activities to ensure an efficient and cohesive team
environment
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Manage communications and correspondence (phone, voicemail, email, mail), responding
when needed, bringing action items forward to appropriate individual’s attention