Corporate/Commercial Legal Assistant

Job Title: Commercial Legal Assistant - Edmonton

Location: Edmonton, AB

Closing Date: September 23, 2026

Competition Number: MLTA-EDM-202609-074

Who we are

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 375 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

The MLT Aikins Edmonton office is in search of a Commercial Legal Assistant who is experienced in general corporate/commercial practice involving commercial real estate transactions, commercial leasing and corporate commercial transactions – including the purchase and sale of businesses, lending and financing transactions – to support our growing commercial practice.

The successful candidate is a graduate of a recognized legal assistant or paralegal program (equivalencies will be considered) with 5 or more years working experience. Working closely with our team of corporate commercial lawyers, ideal candidates for this position will be self-motivated and enthusiastic, while possessing skills that include the following:

Responsibilities include:

• Performing complex editing and formatting for correspondence and documents
• Preparing various administrative tasks including file opening/closing, billing and follow-up to review outstanding accounts
• Maintaining an efficient electronic file system, having strong organization skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Performing day-to-day administrative tasks including file organization, diarizations, booking appointments and maintaining calendars

Qualifications include:

• Graduate of a recognized legal assistant or paralegal program (equivalencies may be considered)
• Minimum of five years of experience in a commercial practice
• Advanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proofreading, writing, spelling and grammar skills
• Ability to work for multiple lawyers
• Strong organization skills and exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision and 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
• Flexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefits
• Access to group savings plans and investment options
• Earned Days Off Program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Mentorship and support
• Ongoing job-specific training and opportunities for professional development
• 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 by using the Apply Button. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.