Administrative + Legal Support

Field Law accepts unsolicited résumés for support staff positions that become available from time to time. Interested applicants may submit their covering letter and résumé via email, in confidence to careers@fieldlaw.com. We thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those with relevant and pertinent experience will be contacted.

Qualified applicants are welcomed and preferred to apply directly.

Current Openings

  • Legal Assistant, Business Law - Edmonton

    • Our Edmonton office is looking for a legal assistant in our Business Law department. This is a role where you will work with a variety of our firm’s team members and will be responsible for completing a variety of tasks for lawyers doing work in the practice area of business law.

      You must understand the importance of confidentiality in a professional setting and have great attention to detail. You are organized and able to focus on the task at hand. Your ability to prioritize assists you in meeting deadlines. You are a team player and want to be a part of a great team.

      Field Law is committed to upholding our core values of Collegiality, Integrity, and Professional Excellence, which serve as the foundation of our dedication to creating a high-quality, collaborative, and respectful environment for everyone.

      Duties + Responsibilities

      • Emailing clients and lawyers, schedule appointments, book meetings, and handle administrative and business details
      • Manage lawyer’s diaries and electronic calendars
      • Preparing, amending, and comparing letters and legal documents
      • Review and proofread outgoing documents to ensure they are correct and comply with legal procedures
      • Submit and file documents; typically via Docusign
      • Review correspondence and co-ordinate the flow of information and respond to routine inquiries
      • Preparing engagement letters for new clients and coordinating with Compliance Department with respect to opening and closing of files
      • Opening and closing of files as well as filing of physical documents
      • Conduct searches
      • Manage routine accounting procedures: billing including client follow up on outstanding A/R, cheque deposits/requests, lawyer’s time entry, preparation and submission of expense reports, handling wires, trust funds, etc.
      • Ensuring file contact information is kept current
      • Perform general office duties as required, and
      • Other tasks as assigned 

      Qualifications + Skills

      • 2+ years of experience preferably working in the corporate/commercial law practice area
      • Recognized 2-year Legal Assistant Diploma
      • Advanced computer skills
      • Strong analytical skills and problem solving with minimal supervision
      • Positive attitude with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
      • Strong verbal and written communication skills
      • Excellent planning, organizational, and time management abilities
      • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
      • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, and
      • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team

      Working Conditions

      • Normal weekday office hours (35)
      • Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment

      Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume to careers@fieldlaw.com

  • Accountant - Edmonton

    • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to take ownership of month-end accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives while supporting the Accounting Manager and broader Finance team.

      Field Law is committed to upholding our core values of Collegiality, Integrity, and Professional Excellence, which serve as the foundation of our dedication to creating a high-quality, collaborative, and respectful environment for everyone.

      Duties + Responsibilities

      • Perform full-cycle accounting and general ledger maintenance
      • Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end working papers, reconciliations, and journal entries
      • Complete bank, balance sheet, and account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies
      • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, audit requirements, and regulatory filings
      • Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
      • Support financial system improvements, process automation, and reporting enhancements
      • Provide cross-functional support and backup coverage for team members as needed
      • Participate in special projects and perform ad hoc analysis and reporting, and
      • Other tasks as assigned.

      Qualifications + Skills

      • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
      • Enrollment in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP), including completion of or progression toward Capstone, is considered an asset
      • Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience in a full-cycle accounting role
      • Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is considered a strong asset
      • Experience working with trust accounting processes is considered an asset
      • Strong understanding of financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
      • Experience preparing working papers and supporting year-end audits
      • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting and financial reporting systems
      • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
      • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
      • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach, and
      • Ability to work independently while providing cross-functional support and backup coverage for team members.

      Working Conditions

      • Fast-paced and dynamic work environment
      • Normal week-day office hours (35), and
      • Potential for occasional extended hours to meet deadlines or during audits.

  • Paralegal, Litigation Services - Calgary

    • Our Calgary office is looking for a paralegal in our Litigation Support Services Department.  Reporting directly to the Litigation Support Services Manager, this is a role where you will work with a variety of practice groups within the firm. You will understand the importance of confidentiality in a professional setting and have exceptional attention to detail. We place great value in a candidate’s ability to recognize the importance of team work to participate in facilitating a culture of collaboration.

       

      Duties + Responsibilities

      • Manage and organize electronic evidence, including importing and exporting records to and from the litigation support platform
      • Experience with Casepoint or a similar eDiscovery platform is an asset
      • Prepare Affidavits of Records including review for relevance and privilege
      • Review and unitization of client records
      • Review of transcripts, organize and track undertakings
      • Attendance at questionings and hearings to assist with displaying electronic materials as referred to
      • Assist with the preparation of briefs and compiling supporting documentation and caselaw
      • Prepare and assist with compiling and tracking expert packages
      • Preparation of Medical and Income Chronologies
      • Preparation of Statements of Defence, Bill of Costs, Applications, Affidavits, and other court documents
      • Communicate regularly with lawyers, paralegals, and legal assistants in a professional manner
      • Participate in a collaborative team environment
      • Track and record time with billing targets, and
      • Other tasks as assigned.

      Qualifications + Skills

      • The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5-8 years of litigation experience
      • Experience working in Insurance Litigation is an asset
      • Advanced computer and technical skills
      • Working knowledge of litigation document management software
      • Advanced knowledge of litigation process at all levels of court
      • A high level of skill in both verbal and written communication
      • Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills, , and
      • Ability to work to deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy while working under pressure.

      Working Conditions

      • Hybrid work environment
      • Normal weekday office hours (35)
      • Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment

       Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: careers@fieldlaw.com

  • Litigation Support Services Clerk - Edmonton

    • Our firm is looking for a Litigation Support Services Clerk. Reporting directly to the Litigation Support Services Manager, this is a role where you will work with a variety of practice groups within the firm supporting the Edmonton Litigation Support teams. This position will be an in-office position in our Edmonton office.

      You will understand the importance of confidentiality in a professional setting and have exceptional attention to detail. We place great value in a candidate’s ability to recognize the importance of team work to participate in facilitating a culture of collaboration.

      Duties + Responsibilities

      • Administration of all active databases and project ticket system
      • Opening and maintaining of databases, including data management and tracking
      • Managing and organizing incoming electronic evidence
      • Unitization of client records and loading, indexing of same into Casepoint cloud platform
      • Exporting data from Casepoint platform, including generating database load files and/or PDF production sets
      • Interacting with outside entities (such as clients, vendors, and other law firms) to gather information or coordinate activities as needed
      • Communicating regularly with Lawyers, Paralegals, and Legal Assistants in a professional manner
      • Tracking and recording time, and
      • Other tasks as assigned.

      Qualifications + Skills

      • Legal assistant diploma or equivalent experience
      • Minimum of 1 year of litigation support experience
      • Advanced computer knowledge with an aptitude for technical software programs
      • Knowledge of litigation process at all levels of Court
      • Team player, cooperative, flexible, and professional
      • Strong attention to detail and superior time management and organizations skills
      • Ability to prioritize and coordinate activities in a timely manner
      • Ability to work to deadlines and maintain accuracy while working under pressure
      • Normal weekday office hours (35)
      • Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.

      Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: careers@fieldlaw.com

  • Legal Assistant, Litigation - Calgary

    • We have an opening for a Litigation Assistant to join our Dispute Resolution/Insurance Litigation Team. This position will be based out of the Calgary office. Reporting directly to the Manager, Legal Support Services; this is a role where you will work with a variety of our firm’s team members and will be responsible for the general administration of your lawyer’s practices. The ideal candidate is proactive, self-sufficient, and has high attention to detail and organizational skills.

      We place great value in a candidate’s ability to recognize the importance of team work to participate in facilitating a culture of collaboration.

      Duties + Responsibilities

      • Use word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software to prepare correspondence and legal documents.
      • Answer the telephone, schedule appointments, questionings, and meetings, greet visitors and manage administrative and business details.
      • Transcribe correspondence and legal documents from digital recordings or handwritten notes.
      • Manage lawyer’s diaries and update electronic calendar.
      • Review correspondence (including faxes and e-mail), co-ordinate the flow of information, update calendar and respond to routine inquiries.
      • Review and proofread outgoing documents to ensure they are correct and comply with legal procedures.
      • Access and use online legal resources.
      • Operate office equipment such as voice mail messaging systems, photocopying and computer scanning equipment.
      • Manage routine accounting procedures: billing, cheque deposits/requests, time entry, etc.
      • Assist with maintaining client relations.
      • Perform general office duties as required.

      Qualifications + Skills

      • Minimum 5 years of experience preferably working in professional litigation practice area.
      • Recognized 2-year Legal Assistant Diploma.
      • Advanced computer skills.
      • Strong analytical skills and problem solving with minimal supervision.

      Working Conditions

      • Normal week-day office hours (35).
      • Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.

      Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume to careers@fieldlaw.com

  • Corporate Services Clerk - Edmonton

    • Our Edmonton office is actively seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Services Clerk. This integral position reports directly to the Team Lead, Corporate Services and plays a crucial role in supporting and executing the annual compliance processes for our diverse range of corporate clients. 

      The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, allowing them to manage multiple tasks with precision and efficiency. A keen attention to detail is essential, as the role involves ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintaining accurate documentation. We are looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative team environment, is proactive in their approach, and is committed to achieving high-quality results.

      At Field Law, we uphold our core values of Collegiality, Integrity, and Professional Excellence. These values guide our commitment to creating a positive and respectful workplace where every team member can contribute to our shared success. If you are passionate about advancing your career in corporate services and wish to be part of a dynamic team, we invite you to apply.

      Duties + Responsibilities

      • Working in our corporate database to pull monthly reports for annual compliance purposes.
      • Coordinating with lawyers and paralegals to determine which annual compliance packages need to be prepared.
      • Reviewing corporate database, virtual minute books and information filed on CORES to verify details and ensure accuracy of corporate records.
      • Identifying and rectifying any discrepancies in corporate records and corporate database.
      • Maintaining and updating corporate records in corporate database.
      • Preparing all annual compliance packages.
      • Invoicing for all annual compliance matters.
      • Working with accounting team to identify and resolve any discrepancies or issues.
      • Sending out annual compliance packages to clients in a timely manner.
      • Responding to inquiries from clients, lawyers and paralegals with respect to annual compliance matters.
      • Maintaining accurate records of all annual compliance activities. Monitoring, tracking and following up annual return due dates.
      • Updating virtual minute books in corporate database.
      • CORES Level 1 filings.
      • Conducting corporate searches.
      • Requesting documents from Alberta Corporate Registry.
      • Investigating and reviewing emails/matters as required by lawyers, paralegals and clients.
      • Assisting with all other corporate records management as required.
      • Scanning, photocopying, where needed.
      • Other tasks as required.

      Qualifications + Skills

      • Legal Assistant/Paralegal Diploma or related education.
      • Experience working in a law firm or a similar professional setting.
      • Experience working in the corporate law area and on annual compliance matters.
      • Working knowledge of ALF.
      • Advanced computer skills.
      • Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
      • Excellent follow-up and bring-forward skills.
      • Strong analytical skills and problem solving with minimal supervision.
      • Ability to prioritize effectively and handle high pressure deadlines.

      Working Conditions

      • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
      • Normal week-day office hours (35).
      • Hybrid working environment, 3 days minimum in the office (if approved after 90 days probation period).

      Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: careers@fieldlaw.com

  • Technical Analyst  - Calgary

    • Our Calgary office has an opening for a Technical Analyst to join our IT Operations Team.

      Reporting to the Manager of IT Operations, the Technical Analyst serves as the single point of contact for Fielders needing technical support. This role requires a passionate, customer-focused individual who troubleshoots issues and understands their impact on business operations. By identifying root causes, the Technical Analyst ensures timely resolutions by directly solving the issue or effectively triaging it to the right team with the necessary information.

      Beyond reactive support, this role is critical to ensuring seamless IT operations by providing proactive maintenance, driving efficiencies, and enhancing security. The Technical Analyst takes ownership of process improvements and works to optimize Field Law’s technology landscape.

      At Field Law, we are committed to upholding our core values of Collegiality, Integrity, and Professional Excellence. These values shape our dedication to fostering a high-quality, collaborative, and respectful environment for everyone. If you take pride in delivering effective IT solutions and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

       

      Duties + Responsibilities

      Technical Support & Troubleshooting

      • Serve as the first point of contact for IT support, resolving software, hardware, and network issues efficiently.
      • Manage incidents through to resolution by performing troubleshooting and escalating complex or specialized issues to the appropriate teams when necessary, ensuring clear documentation and follow-through.
      • Monitor escalated tickets to understand resolution patterns and strengthen the ability to resolve similar issues independently in the future.

      Proactive IT Maintenance & Security

      • Monitor systems, networks, and alerts to identify and prevent potential issues proactively.
      • Ensure that best practices for IT security are followed and educate users on security awareness.
      • Identify vulnerabilities and implement improvements to strengthen IT security.

      Process Improvement & Automation

      • Analyze recurring technical issues and implement long-term solutions to improve efficiency.
      • Identify and recommend opportunities for automation to streamline IT processes.
      • Support best practices that enhance IT service delivery, making operations smoother and more predictable.

      Technical Research & Continuous Learning

      • Stay updated on emerging technologies, tools, and innovations to improve IT services.
      • Test, validate, and implement new solutions to optimize IT performance.

      Leadership, Ownership & Customer Experience

      • Take pride in delivering quality work, ensuring every resolution adds value to the business.
      • Share knowledge with users and peers, contributing to team consistency and skill development
      • Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical users clearly and effectively.
      • Build strong relationships with users, taking the time to understand their needs and tailor solutions accordingly.
      • Consistently demonstrate accountability by owning issues, following through on commitments, and driving long-term resolution.

      Education + Experience:

      • 3+ years of IT support, technical analyst, or related experience.
      • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
      • Certifications (ITIL, Microsoft MCSA, Security+, Agile, or similar) are an asset.

      Technical Skills + Abilities:

      • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills—you don’t just fix symptoms; you solve root causes.
      • In-depth knowledge of Active Directory, M365, IT security best practices, and ticketing systems.
      • Experience working with monitoring and alerting tools to proactively manage IT environments.
      • Ability to translate technical concepts into non-technical terms for users.
      • A sense of ownership, accountability, and pride in delivering excellent IT service.
      • Strong team collaboration with the ability to work independently when needed.

      Working Conditions

      • In-office role in Calgary with a collaborative and engaging team.
      • Regular weekday office hours (37.5 hrs/week).
      • Requires the ability to work under pressure, stay professional in high-stress situations, and provide excellent customer service.
      • Must be available to be on call for one week every 6 weeks.

      Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: careers@fieldlaw.com

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