Junior/Intermediate Litigation Assistant

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Ontario is seeking a detail-oriented Junior/Intermediate Litigation Assistant to support multiple lawyers in insurance defense litigation. This role offers exposure to meaningful work in a collaborative setting and flexibility with a hybrid work model. Ideal candidates have 1 to 5 years of relevant experience and strong organizational skills. Apply now to begin your legal career!

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years working experience as a litigation assistant, preferably in an insurance defence environment.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and court practice.
• Solid typing and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients and opposing counsel professionally.
• Electronic assembly of pleadings and motion records.
• Scheduling examinations for discovery and mediations.

Skills

Litigation processes

Client liaison

Excellent written and verbal English skills

Document management systems

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Net Documents

Soluno

Job description

Junior/Intermediate Litigation Assistant

Are you ready to take your legal support skills to the next level in a dynamic, friendly environment? Our Client, a renowned law firm, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior-Intermediate Litigation Assistant to join theirexceptional team. You will supportive multiple busy, and brilliant, lawyers in insurance defence litigation matters, gaining exposure to challenging, meaningful work from day one. After a successful probation period, you can enjoy the flexibility of their hybrid model—3 days in office, 2 days working from home. Our Client prides themselves on their collaborative, inclusive culture where people genuinely enjoy what they do and who they do it with. If you thrive in a high-energy environment, love to stay organized, and want to grow in a firm that values both excellence and balance—this is the opportunity for you. Apply now!

Salary: Up to $70K (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients and opposing counsel in a professional manner and with diplomacy
• Electronic assembly of pleadings, affidavits, motion records, motion confirmation forms, facta and books of authorities, etc.
• Scheduling of examinations for discovery, mediations, pre-trials, court-mandated conferences, etc.
• Online filing of pleadings and coordination with court offices regarding trial and motions bookings and related court document filings
• Drafting cover/service letters and coordinating delivery of documents
• Knowledge of Accident Benefits and LAT mediation/arbitration procedures
• Providing basic administrative tasks (including typing, editing, formatting, proofreading, filing, printing, saving of documents, photocopying, handling incoming and outgoing mail, maintenance of contacts and calendar, entering dockets, coordination of meetings, etc.)

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years working experience as a litigation assistant, preferably in an insurance defence environment
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and court practice and procedures at various levels, including but not limited to Notices to the Profession and Regional Practice Directions
• Solid typing and computer skills; proficiency in a suite of applications including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, document management systems (i.e. Net Documents), and legal accounting software (i.e. Soluno)
• Excellent written and verbal English skills, including spelling and grammar
• Ability to prioritize, adjust to changing priorities, and successfully complete numerous short and long-term assignments simultaneously in a team environment
• Ability to deal effectively with all levels of management while being a team player

To apply, please forward your resume to:Zaheeda MeraliManager – Executive [e-mail]

Tagged as: Insurance Defense, Legal Assistant, Litigation