Legal Assistant

Bedard Resources; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Old Montreal is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its litigation team. The role involves coordinating schedules, managing case files, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have experience in litigation, be bilingual in French and English, and possess strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Annual bonus awarded to employees

Group insurance coverage offered from day one

Hybrid work model (2 days per week in the office)

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a legal assistant in litigation.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures in Quebec.
• Bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate lawyers' schedules, including court attendances.
• Draft, format, and revise legal procedures for litigation.
• Organize and file both physical and digital case documents.

Skills

Knowledge of litigation procedures

Bilingual – French and English

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

DEC or ASP in legal secretarial studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Our client, a law firm located in Old Montreal and known for its expertise in civil and commercial litigation as well as class actions, is currently looking for a Legal Assistant. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining the high quality of service provided to clients.

Tasks

• Manage and coordinate the schedules of the lawyers on the team, including appointments, meetings, hearings, trials, and court attendances.
• Proactively oversee case management and ensure compliance with legal deadlines.
• Draft, format, and revise various legal procedures for litigation files.
• Prepare exhibit books, case law compendiums (books of authorities), and trial binders.
• Organize and accurately file both physical and digital documents within case files.
• Provide administrative and technical support to fellow legal assistants, depending on operational needs.
• Perform any other related duties.
• Ready to take on new challenges? We want to meet you!

Advantages

• Easily accessible office via public transit (Place-d’Armes and Square-Victoria–OACI metro stations).
• Annual bonus awarded to employees.
• Group insurance coverage offered from day one.
• Hybrid work model (2 days per week in the office).
• Supportive work environment that values its employees.

Job requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a legal assistant in litigation.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures in Quebec.
• DEC or ASP in legal secretarial studies or other relevant, recognized training.
• Bilingual – French and English, to communicate effectively with a primarily English-speaking clientele (approximately 70% of the time).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired profile

• Initiative and strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and precision.
• Versatility and a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines.

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