Legal Assistant

W3Global; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant / Law Clerk to join our downtown Toronto practice. The role provides administrative and clerical support to lawyers and staff, with hands-on experience in a busy legal environment.

Ideal candidates have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. This is an in-person, downtown Toronto role with compensation commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal assistant, law clerk, or in a legal office environment preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to lawyers and legal professionals
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
• Assist with document management, filing, and maintaining client records
• Organize and manage legal files, both electronic and physical

Skills

Legal support

Documentation

Prior legal experience

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Estate-a-Base

Closer

PCLaw

Job description

Job Description

An established and busy downtown law practice is seeking a Legal Assistant / Law Clerk to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is beginning their legal career and looking to gain hands‑on experience in a professional legal environment. The successful candidate will provide administrative and clerical support to lawyers and legal staff while assisting with the day‑to‑day operations of the practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in the legal field, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced office setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to lawyers and legal professionals
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
• Assist with document management, filing, and maintaining client records
• Organize and manage legal files, both electronic and physical

  Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Previous experience as a legal assistant, law clerk, or in a legal office environment preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and general office software
  • Experience with legal software such as Estate-a-Base, Closer, and PCLaw is an asset
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Professional attitude with a willingness to learn and grow within the legal field

  Ideal Candidate

  This position is well suited for someone who is starting their legal career and looking to develop their skills in a busy and established legal practice. Candidates with a legal assistant or law clerk background are encouraged to apply.

  Compensation & Employment Details

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: Commensurate with experience
  • Work Location: In person - Downtown Toronto office