Legal Assistant - Plaintiff Personal Injury – 1+ Year – Toronto (Hybrid) - Contract

Lerners LLP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Toronto is seeking a Legal Assistant for their Plaintiff Personal Injury group on a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will have over a year of experience in litigation, and will assist with managing busy partners and court documents. The position requires a hybrid work schedule and strong organizational skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental and Vision care

LTD insurance

Paid Volunteer Time

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Legal Assistant in litigation.
• Experience in Plaintiff Personal Injury is an asset.
• Deep familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling calls, meetings and appointments.
• Requesting conflict checks, opening and closing files.
• Communicating with clients and experts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Tools

Primafact

OneDrive

RelativityOne

Job description

Overview

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

Lerners is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Plaintiff Personal Injury practice group in the Toronto, Ontario office for a 12-month contract with the possibility of an extension. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a similar position. The primary duties will be managing the administration of two busy partners. This is a Hybrid position and requires a minimum of 3 (three) days in office or as required.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling calls, meetings and appointments;
• Requesting conflict checks, opening and closing files;
• Communicating with clients, experts, service providers and the courts;
• Drafting, sending, and replying to correspondence;
• Compiling, serving, and filing motion records and other court documents;
• Maintaining calendars and an effective bring forward (BF) system;
• Preparing and sending invoices and communicating with clients about billing-related matters;
• Drafting documents based on precedents, such as retainer agreements;
• Communicating with prospective clients as a first point of contact;
• Completing registrations for various events, conferences, and other programming;
• Organizing and submitting expense reports;
• File maintenance and organization including scanning and uploading into Primafact and/or the DMS (Document Management System);
• Other duties related to the administration of the practice.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Legal Assistant in litigation;
• Experience in Plaintiff Personal Injury is an asset;
• Deep familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure, particularly as it pertains to service rules and deadlines;
• A keen attention to detail;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• A strong work ethic;
• Self-motivation, particularly as it relates to anticipating needs and actioning next steps;
• The ability to work effectively on a team and individually;
• Excellent and professional communication skills;
• Experience with technology and working in a remote/hybrid environment;
• Experience with Primafact, ACL, Case Center, Justice Services Online (JSO) portal, RelativityOne, iManage and/or OneDrive is an asset.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

Benefits Of Working At Lerners

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.

Benefits

Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package:

• Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care
• LTD insurance
• Life insurance
• Parking/Transit reimbursement
• RRSP matching program
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary

Commensurate with skill level and years of experience.

Why Lerners

Lerners is a leading regional law firm with four offices across Southwestern Ontario and Toronto, offering the strength of a full-service practice with the collaboration and support of a close-knit team. We’re proud of our nearly 100-year history, our reputation for excellence, and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. At Lerners, your work will have impact, your ideas will be valued, and your career will grow in an environment that respects both professional ambition and life outside the office.

Accessibility & Inclusion

We’re committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion — and supporting applicants of all abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please get in touch with us at [e-mail].