Insurance Defence Legal Assistant

Cartel Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartel Inc. in Mississauga is seeking an Insurance Defence Legal Assistant with at least five years of relevant experience to support a busy litigation practice. You will manage client files, calendars, correspondence, and communications with insurers and opposing counsel.

The role offers a hybrid schedule: four days in the office and one day working from home, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in insurance defence within a law firm.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple files in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Open, organize, and maintain client files.
• Manage calendars, including court dates, deadlines, and appointments.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel regarding case updates and documentation requests.
• Draft and prepare legal correspondence and documents.
• Communicate with insurance companies regarding claims and documentation.
• File legal documents with the court and ensure compliance with procedural requirements.
• Schedule examinations for discovery, mediations, and other litigation events.
• Track file progress and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Insurance defence

Organization & time mgmt

Written & verbal comms

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal practice mgmt software

Court procedures knowledge

Legal documentation

Job description

Insurance Defence Legal Assistant

Looking for a role that offers the pace of a busy litigation practice without compromising on team culture and work-life balance? We're partnering with a well-established firm to find an Insurance Defence Legal Assistant with at least five years of relevant legal experience to join its dynamic team. This is an opportunity to bring your litigation expertise to a practice where organization, initiative and attention to detail are valued, and where you'll play an integral role in keeping matters on track. Alongside a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits, you'll enjoy a hybrid schedule of four days in the office and one day working from home, offering the best of both collaboration and flexibility.

Location: Mississauga

Salary: Up to $62K (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Open, organize, and maintain client files


• Manage calendars, including court dates, deadlines, and appointments


• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel regarding case updates and documentation requests


• Draft and prepare legal correspondence and documents


• Communicate with insurance companies regarding claims and documentation


• File legal documents with the court and ensure compliance with procedural requirements


• Schedule examinations for discovery, mediations, and other litigation events


• Track file progress and ensure deadlines are met

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in insurance defence within a law firm environment


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities


• Ability to manage multiple files in a fast-paced environment


• High level of attention to detail and accuracy


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software


• Knowledge of court procedures and legal documentation

• Familiarity with insurance processes


• Experience handling legal documentation


• Understanding of litigation timelines and deadlines