Legal Assistant - Commercial Litigation

Linds & Associates Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Linds & Associates Ltd. is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their downtown Toronto law firm. This full-time position offers the flexibility of working from home two days a week.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of legal industry experience, particularly in commercial litigation, and will assist multiple lawyers with various legal tasks and document management.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the legal industry.
• Experience in general commercial litigation and construction liens.
• Ability to multitask and manage your time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing files.
• Drafting, proofreading, and filing legal documents.
• Managing the day-to-day demands of multiple lawyers.

Skills

Legal industry experience

Commercial litigation experience

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma

Tools

Case Center

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

Downtown Toronto

Work from Home Two Days a Week

Our client, a well established full service law firm located in the core of downtown Toronto seeks a Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to join its team. This is a full time permanent role.

While the role is primarily litigation based, there are additional opportunities to gain experience in other areas of the law.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Opening and closing files
• Drafting/proofreading, serving, and filing legal documents
• Providing transcriptions
• Managing day to day demands of multiple lawyers and their practices
• Maintaining physical and electronic document systems
• Preparing bills of costs
• Calendar and email management
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the legal industry
• Experience in general commercial litigation as well as the commercial list
• Experience with construction liens
• Familiarity with Case Center
• Bankruptcy and insolvency experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to multi-task and manage your time in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma an asset