Legal Assistant – Insurance Defence

Ignite Talent Solutions; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant specializing in Insurance Defence. In this pivotal role, you will manage daily operations, support a dynamic legal team, and draft essential legal documents. Your expertise will enhance the efficiency of administrative processes, and your strong work ethic will shine in a fast-paced environment. Join a firm that values employee growth and well-being, offering you the chance to work on diverse projects in a close-knit team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading law firm while advancing your career in the legal field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in Insurance Defence or Plaintiff Personal Injury.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and provide support to the insurance defence team.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence, liaise with clients.

Skills

Insurance Defence experience

Legal Assistant/Law Clerk/Paralegal Diploma

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Time management skills

Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure

Drafting legal documents

English communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

PCLaw and Primafact proficiency

Education

Legal Assistant/Law Clerk/Paralegal Diploma or Certificate

Tools

MS Office

PCLaw

Primafact

Job description

Legal Assistant – Insurance Defence

Job description

Our client is one of the leading multi-service law firms located in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Your new role

In this new role, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations of the law firm, including carrying out administrative services and providing support to the insurance defence team. You will also be required to draft legal documents and correspondence, liaise with various clients, and review incoming and outgoing mails. Additionally, you will implement and improve upon administrative processes for a more efficient workflow.

What you will need to succeed

To be considered for this position, you must have a minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in a similar capacity as a legal administrative assistant from an accredited institution. You will bring a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace.

Skill Set Required:

1. Minimum 3+ years demonstrated work experience in Insurance Defence or Plaintiff Personal Injury
2. Legal Assistant/Law Clerk/Paralegal Diploma or Certificate
3. Exceptional organizational, analytical, and time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure
4. Ability to manage multiple files and assigned tasks in conjunction with deadlines
5. Confident and dependable professional with strong initiative, able to work well both independently and in a team environment
6. Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure including court procedures
7. Demonstrated ability to draft original legal documents and correspondence and initiate follow-up action as required
8. Highly developed English written and oral communication skills
9. Proficiency with various computer applications, such as MS Office applications, PCLaw, and Primafact

What you will get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business that invests heavily in the growth and wellbeing of their employees. You will be welcomed into a very dynamic close-knit environment and have the pleasure of working on multiple projects.

What you need to do now

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