Legal Temporary Positions

Cartel Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Cartel Inc. is seeking sharp, dependable legal support professionals for temporary roles across trusted clients. Join busy teams at well-established law firms and help keep workflows moving in fast-paced environments.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a law firm or legal department, strong administrative skills, and proficiency with legal software. You will work independently, adapt quickly, and maintain professional, discreet communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with legal software (Primafact, Filevine, PC Law, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to a new team.
• Professional communication skills and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers and/or clerks.
• Draft, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain legal files and records.
• Manage scheduling, deadlines, and court dates.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court offices as required.

Skills

Administrative skills

Independent work ability

Professional communication

Discretion

Tools

Primafact

Filevine

PC Law

Job description

Legal Temporary Positions

Ready to lend your legal skills without locking into a long-term role? We’re on the hunt for sharp, dependable legal support professionals to jump into busy teams and keep the wheels turning. These are temporary positions available across several of our trusted clients—all reputable, well-established law firms known for their professionalism, collaborative environments, and supportive teams. If you thrive in fast-paced settings, know your way around legal files, and enjoy being involved in dynamic casework, this could be a great fit. Whether you’re in between roles, returning to the field, or simply looking to keep your skills sharp, these opportunities offer flexibility, structure, and solid experience with some of the best firms in the industry.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Proficiency with legal software (e.g., Primafact, Filevine, PC Law, etc.—depending on the firm)
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to a new team
• Professional communication skills and discretion

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers and/or clerks
• Draft, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence
• Organize and maintain legal files and records
• Manage scheduling, deadlines, and court dates
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court offices as required