Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant

Ignite Talent Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. The role includes managing files, preparing legal documents, and ensuring organized filing. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial litigation and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation and an extended benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Extended benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Open and close files, manage emails and calendars.
• Prepare legal documents according to guidelines.
• Maintain organized filing systems.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Initiative

Tools

MS Office 2010

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Pro

Worksite DMS

Digital dictation

Job description

Overview

Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant

Our Client based in Downtown Toronto is a full-service law firm providing representation and assistance across multiple verticals. They are currently seeking an experienced legal assistant to join their commercial litigation team.

What you will do

• Open and close files and handle all administrative duties such as email and calendar management, coordinating meetings, and making travel arrangements.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence according to precedents and/or instructions (draft letters, revise draft documents, and prepare document comparisons).
• Ensure all physical and electronic filing is organized and up to date on a regular basis.
• Delegate tasks to, and coordinate with, other administrative departments as needed.

What you will need to succeed

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant legal industry experience in general commercial litigation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; organized and meticulous with follow-up and attention to detail; able to take initiative, prioritize, and multi-task.
• Advanced understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Solid computer and typing skills; proficiency in MS Office 2010, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Pro, Worksite DMS, digital dictation, etc.

What you will get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity with a great firm offering competitive compensation and extended benefits package.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role, click "apply now", or call us now at 647 370 8488 for a confidential discussion.