Legal Assistant

ZSA Legal Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team in a boutique Insurance Law Firm. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a knack for organization. You will support senior partners, manage files, prepare correspondence, and liaise with court personnel. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Join a collaborative team that values both individual and collective success, and take your career to the next level in a supportive and engaging workplace.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role.
• Strong organizational and client management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage files, prepare correspondence, and liaise with court personnel.
• Proofread documents and maintain lawyers' appointment calendars.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Client Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Education

Legal Admin Certificate

Diploma in Law Clerk Program

2-3 Years Experience as Legal Assistant

Tools

Document Software

Accounting Software

Job description

Toronto | 2 + Years

Our client, a boutique Insurance Law Firm is looking to add a Legal Assistant to their team.

Job Summary: The Legal Assistant is responsible for supporting a minimum of one (1) Associate/Partner. This fast-paced environment allows a motivated and organized person to succeed. From time to time, you may be required to assist other Associates or Partners. The ideal candidate would be someone highly organized, who takes initiative and can manage working for a busy senior partner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• File management including postings into file.
• Maintain files in an efficient and effective manner.
• Complies/assembles/updates briefs.
• Liaises with court registry personnel and other parties regarding schedules.
• Enters counsel’s time into Accounting Software within deadlines as required.
• Files/photocopies/scans/bind.
• Updates/index/post/file documents/ Document Software.
• Prepare standard correspondence.
• Maintain Lawyers’ appointments calendar.
• Proofread documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling, and grammar.
• Prepares and updates counsel’s case lists.
• Schedules/books examination for discovery, mediation, etc.
• Receives, opens and prioritizes incoming mail.
• Prepares materials for distribution via mail, fax, courier, etc.

Skills and Specifications

• Collaborative mindset with a focus on both individual and team success.
• Strong multi-tasking, organizational and client management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Knowledge of compiling and filing court records.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to listen to intended details effectively.

Educational and Qualifications

• 2-3 years of direct work experience as a Legal Assistant or similar experience.
• Accident Benefit and Defence TORT experience will be considered an asset.
• Certificate or Diploma in a legal admin or law clerk program considered an asset.

For more information or to submit your CV, please contact [e-mail] referencing #33544.