Day Legal Assistant

Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier Canadian law firm is seeking a Day Legal Assistant for its Corporate and Banking practice group in Toronto. The role requires strong communication and technical skills, with a focus on attention to detail and client service. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in a collaborative environment that values initiative and independent working capabilities.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate initiative and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization and practice management abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various legal tasks in the Corporate and Banking practice group.
• Collaborate with team members to provide excellent client service.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Client service skills

Organization skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Day Legal Assistant

About Davies

Davies is a top-tier Canadian law firm focused on high-stakes matters. With offices in Montréal, Toronto and New York, we are consistently at the center of the most challenging deals and cases in Canada and abroad.

A position at Davies is more than just a job. When you join the firm, you will be welcomed by a team that places as much emphasis on supporting its people as it does on serving its prestigious clients. As such, we have created a collaborative environment where team members of all backgrounds feel appreciated and are encouraged to share their ideas while working alongside some of the brightest legal and business professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and experience.

About the Position

We are currently seeking a Day Legal Assistant to join our Corporate and Banking practice group in our Toronto office working in a share of 3 : 1. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m.

The position requires strong communication and technical skills. The successful candidate must demonstrate initiative, high attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. In addition, strong client service skills, organization skills and practice management abilities are required.