Legal Assistant

Glowinsky Law; Toronto; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

On-site parking

Learning environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Glowinsky Law in Toronto, ON seeks a Legal Assistant with 1–3 years of Plaintiff personal injury experience for a full-time, permanent role. The candidate will manage emails, calendars, filings, and dictation, supporting lawyers with documentation and case management.

Ideal applicants have civil litigation experience in Ontario, strong attention to detail, and excellent client communication. On-site parking and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
• Minimum 1 year of civil litigation experience
• Minimum 1 year of Ontario Plaintiff personal injury experience
• In-depth understanding of personal injury law and legal terminology
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure
• Strong computer and typing skills (55+ WPM)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and digital dictation
• Experience with PCLaw, Primafact, ACL, Tracument, Filevine, or similar legal technology is an asset

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative duties, including email and calendar management, meeting coordination, scanning, and circulation of mail
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence under the supervision of lawyers, using precedents and instructions
• Maintain organized and up-to-date physical and electronic files
• Transcribe digital dictation as required
• Coordinate with and delegate tasks to other administrative departments
• Provide backup coverage for team members when required
• Assist with other duties and projects as assigned

Skills

Client service

Communication

Proofreading

Organization

Time management

Independent work

Proactive

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Dictation software

PCLaw

Primafact

ACL

Tracument

Filevine

Job description

Legal Assistant – Plaintiff Personal Injury Law

Glowinsky Law | Toronto, ON

Full-time | Permanent

Glowinsky Law is seeking a Legal Assistant with approximately 1–3 years of experience in Plaintiff personal injury law to join our team.

Experience with tort claims, motor vehicle accidents, accident benefits, dog bites, falls, long-term disability benefits denials, and related personal injury matters is preferred.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong client-service approach and professional communication skills
• Excellent spelling, grammar, proofreading, and attention to detail
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines
• Proactive approach with the ability to anticipate next steps
• Strong written and verbal communication when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff, and third parties

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
• Minimum 1 year of civil litigation experience
• Minimum 1 year of Ontario Plaintiff personal injury experience
• In-depth understanding of personal injury law and legal terminology
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure
• Strong computer and typing skills (55+ WPM)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and digital dictation
• Experience with PCLaw, Primafact, ACL, Tracument, Filevine, or similar legal technology is an asset

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative duties, including email and calendar management, meeting coordination, scanning, and circulation of mail
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence under the supervision of lawyers, using precedents and instructions
• Maintain organized and up-to-date physical and electronic files
• Transcribe digital dictation as required
• Coordinate with and delegate tasks to other administrative departments
• Provide backup coverage for team members when required
• Assist with other duties and projects as assigned

What We Offer

• Group benefits package, including dental, extended health, and life insurance
• On-site parking
• A supportive and collaborative learning environment
• Opportunities for professional growth within Plaintiff personal injury law

Salary: $36,830.02–$64,827.17 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Experience:

Plaintiff Personal Injury Law in Ontario: 1 year (required)