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Litigation Legal Assistant

Calgary, Alberta, Canada · On-site

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Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant – Calgary Location: Calgary, MB Closing date: July 10, 2026 Competition Number: MLTA-CAL-202606-052 Who we are MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers ac…

Skills: Digital Dictation Transcription, Legal Document Editing, Court Materials Preparation, Calendar Management, Client Conflict Checks

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Litigation Legal Assistant

MLT Aikins LLP

Calgary, Alberta, Canada • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • professional certificate
  • Performance Bonus, Health And Wellness Benefits, Group Savings Plans, Investment Options, Growth And Development Opportunities, Mentorship And Support
  • Posted 9d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and clerical support for lawyers in the advocacy group, including transcribing dictation and preparing court materials. Manage lawyer calendars, client billings, and maintain efficient manual and electronic filing systems.

Requirements

Requires a graduate of a recognized legal assistant program with at least five years of experience in active litigation. Must possess advanced computer skills and the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Full job description

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant – Calgary 

Location: Calgary, MB

Closing date:  July 10, 2026

Competition Number: MLTA-CAL-202606-052

Who we are

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

Job summary

This position is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support for lawyers in the advocacy group of the Calgary office. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and highly organized, has superior computer, proofreading and time management skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work independently, follow instructions with minimal supervision and thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment.

Responsibilities include:  

  • Transcribing digital dictation, creating documents from standard forms or handwritten notes and editing various legal documents
  • Preparing court materials such as application records, books of authorities, appeal records and appeal books
  • Maintaining lawyers’ calendar and contacts, scheduling client appointments as directed and arranging travel schedules as necessary
  • Organizing and prioritizing numerous tasks and completing them under time constraints
  • Performing client conflict checks, opening new client matters and maintaining established files
  • Preparing client billings, responding to billing inquiries and coordinating with clients for billing preference
  • Maintaining an efficient manual and electronic file system, having strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

 

Qualifications include: 

  • Graduate of a recognized legal assistant program (equivalencies will be considered)  
  • Minimum of five years of experience in an active litigation practice
  • Advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software  
  • Familiarity with insolvency matters would be an asset
  • Experience working on Federal Court filings would be an asset
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with strong proofreading, writing, spelling and grammar skills
  • Ability to maintain an efficient electronic file system using strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail  
  • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple deadlines under time constraints  
  • Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment
  • A client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients 

We offer: 

  • A competitive salary including individual performance bonus
  • Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits 
  • Access to group savings plans and investment options
  • Growth and development opportunities 
  • Mentorship and support
  • A positive and inclusive work environment 

 

Our diversity statement 

MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé and cover letter using the Apply button. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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About MLT Aikins LLP

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Western Canada's Law Firm

Industry
Law Practice
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1879
LinkedIn followers
10,534

MLT Aikins LLP is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers with a deep commitment to Western Canada and an understanding of this market’s unique legal and business landscapes. With offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients. One of Canada’s largest law firms, we are known for our team-based approach, deep industry and regional insight and a national reputation for excellence.

Offices: 360 Main Street, 30th Floor, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4G1, CA · 1500 Hill Centre I, 1874 Scarth Street, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 4E9, CA · 1500 Saskatoon Square, 410 – 22nd Street East, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 5T6, CA · 2100 Livingston Place, 222 3rd Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 0B4, CA · 10235 – 101st Street, Suite 2200, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3G1, CA

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About MLT Aikins LLP

LinkedInVisit site

Western Canada's Law Firm

Industry
Law Practice
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1879
LinkedIn followers
10,534

MLT Aikins LLP is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers with a deep commitment to Western Canada and an understanding of this market’s unique legal and business landscapes. With offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients. One of Canada’s largest law firms, we are known for our team-based approach, deep industry and regional insight and a national reputation for excellence.

Offices: 360 Main Street, 30th Floor, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4G1, CA · 1500 Hill Centre I, 1874 Scarth Street, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 4E9, CA · 1500 Saskatoon Square, 410 – 22nd Street East, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 5T6, CA · 2100 Livingston Place, 222 3rd Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 0B4, CA · 10235 – 101st Street, Suite 2200, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3G1, CA

AboriginalConstructionCorporate & CommercialEnergyFinancial ServicesInsuranceLabour & EmploymentLitigationMergers & AcquisitionsMining
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