Legal Assistant – Mergers and Acquisitions

Legal Assistant – Mergers and Acquisitions

Do you have an interest in business law and you are looking for a new professional challenge?

This is a unique opportunity to join a major law firm in the heart of Montreal.

Our client, a renowned law firm, is looking for a Legal Assistant in business law to join their dynamic and friendly team.

You will work in close collaboration with professionals specialized in commercial law and will be required to handle various files in commercial law.

An excellent range of benefits, competitive salary and a friendly and pleasant work atmosphere are available! The incumbent of this position will also benefit from a hybrid work model combining telecommuting and in person work as well as a flexible schedule! Apply now!

YOUR ROLE:

As a Commercial Legal assistant, you will support the attorneys in their practices. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Prepare and review various voluminous legal documents (shareholder agreements, contracts, returns, forms, reports, resolutions, etc.);

• Prepare and assemble documentation required for transaction closings;

• Follow-up with various internal and external stakeholders;

• Transcribe dictations;

• Review documents and correspondence for compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage;

• Prepare client files (correspondence, supporting documents, etc.);

• Performs opening, tracking, organization of files and paper and electronic filing.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) in Secretarial Studies with a specialization in law, or a college diploma (DCS/ACS) in Office Administration or Legal Studies, or any other combination of relevant education and experience;

• Experience in commercial law;

• Good knowledge of MS Office Suite functions;

• Organizational skills and team spirit;

• Attention to detail, proactivity, and good interpersonal skills.

INTERESTED IN THIS CHALLENGE? We look forward to meeting you!

Please send us your application in complete confidentiality at: rh@groupemontpetit.com, specifying the reference number: 26-0263P.

We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We recognize the value of diversity and subscribe to the principles of equality in employment.

Professional coaching services are available at extra cost.

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