*Legal Assistant – Litigation

Recruit Action inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Montreal seeks a Legal Assistant specializing in litigation. You will provide comprehensive support in managing litigation files, coordinating schedules, and preparing essential documents. Ideal candidates will be bilingual and have significant legal secretarial experience. Enjoy a permanent position with a flexible schedule, excellent benefits, and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Summer schedule with Friday afternoons off

Flexible personal leave hours

Optional telemedicine service

Group insurance fully paid by the employer

Professional mentoring opportunities

Casual dress code

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in legal secretarial work – litigation required.
• Strong command of litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word (advanced), Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support professionals in managing and following up on litigation files.
• Prepare standard litigation documents: procedure binders, exhibits, authorities.
• Perform various administrative tasks: billing, time entries, expense reports.

Skills

Litigation procedures

Organization

Discretion

Professionalism

Bilingual in English and French

Education

Diploma in secretarial studies or legal secretarial studies

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Maître

iManage Work 10

Job description

Legal Assistant – Litigation

Support a litigation law firm by providing thorough and versatile administrative assistance. Flexible schedule, partial remote work, varied responsibilities, and a work environment focused on well-being.

What is in it for you:

• Annual salary based on experience: $70K to $80K.
• Permanent, full-time position: 35 hours per week.
• Hybrid presence: 2 days per week in the office.
• Summer schedule with Friday afternoons off from July to Labour Day.
• Flexible personal leave hours to use throughout the year.
• Computer equipment provided for remote work and financial support for setting up a home office.
• Casual dress code allowing jeans on a daily basis.
• Group insurance plan fully paid by the employer.
• Telemedicine service to avoid long wait times.
• Simplified pension plan with employer contribution.
• Employee assistance program focused on mental and emotional well-being.
• 50% reimbursement with partnered caterers for parents of young children.
• Accessible leadership and a respectful work environment.
• Active internal committees, including social and physical/mental wellness committees.
• Access to professional mentoring and concrete development opportunities.
• Inclusive, respectful, and collaborative organizational culture.

Responsibilities:

• Proactively support professionals in managing and following up on litigation files.
• Coordinate calendars: appointments, hearings, events, committees.
• Ensure deadlines are met and follow up on files and deliverables.
• Prepare standard litigation documents: procedure binders, exhibits, authorities.
• Transcribe dictations and proofread documents.
• Make professional follow-up calls and reminders to clients.
• Perform various administrative tasks: billing, time entries, expense reports, filing, etc.

What you will need to succeed:

• Diploma in secretarial studies, legal secretarial studies, or equivalent training.
• 3 years of experience in legal secretarial work – litigation required.
• Strong command of litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word (advanced), Outlook, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Maître and iManage Work 10 software (an asset).
• Bilingual in English and French to assist clients in both languages.
• Discretion, courtesy, professionalism, organizational skills, and ability to manage priorities.
• Team spirit, initiative, attention to detail.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach to job seekers and businesses. Only candidates who match hiring criteria will be contacted.

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