Commercial/Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

ZSA Legal Recruitment; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Commercial/Civil Litigation Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a senior lawyer renowned for their expertise in civil litigation, mediations, and arbitrations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in complex litigation matters and a strong understanding of civil procedure. You'll be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support, managing legal files, and interacting with clients professionally. If you are passionate about the legal field and eager to contribute to a boutique law firm, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil litigation support.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure and court processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and manage legal documentation.
• Coordinate hearings, motions, and organize mediations.

Skills

Civil Procedure

Court System Familiarity

Commercial List Procedures

Caselines Proficiency

Legal Document Drafting

Tools

Caselines

Job description

Toronto | 5 + Years

Our client, a Boutique Law Firm is seeking a Commercial/Civil Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. Their firm handles complex litigation matters, so they are looking for a candidate with substantial experience in this area. This role will work closely with their senior lawyer, a highly accomplished civil litigation lawyer who also handles mediations and arbitrations and teaches at Osgoode Hall Law School.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Provide comprehensive administrative support
2. Manage and update master lists
3. Draft basic legal forms and documents
4. Oversee and maintain file management systems
5. Handle court filings and related procedures
6. Interact professionally with clients
7. Coordinate and schedule hearings, motions, and other legal proceedings
8. Schedule and organize mediations and arbitrations

Required Knowledge and Skills:

1. Strong understanding of civil procedure
2. Familiarity with the court system, including filing and scheduling processes
3. Experience with the Commercial List and related procedures
4. Proficiency in Caselines and hyperlinking documents
5. Knowledge of motion records, trial scheduling, motion courts, trial records, and pleadings

For more information or to submit your CV to [e-mail] reference #33429

Tagged as: Intermediate, Private Practice