Litigation Assistant (2 Days In-Office)

Ruby & Co.; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in downtown Toronto is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to support their Civil Litigation team. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience and be proficient in drafting legal documents, managing court schedules, and liaising with clients. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and requires in-office work for 2 days per week.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Civil Litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures and the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Excellent organizational skills and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Draft and proofread a variety of legal documents.
• Manage calendars and track court deadlines.
• File and serve court documents in compliance with procedures.

Skills

Legal document drafting

Calendar management

Filing court documents

Client liaison

Time management

Education

Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program

Tools

Legal practice management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Our client, a highly regarded law firm located in downtown Toronto, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their growing team.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, formatting, and proofreading a wide variety of legal documents, including statements of claim and defence, motion records, affidavits, and correspondence.
• Managing calendars, tracking court deadlines, and coordinating schedules for hearings, mediations, discoveries, and client meetings.
• Filing and serving court documents in compliance with Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure and court practices.
• Maintaining and organizing electronic and paper litigation files, including managing large volumes of documents.
• Liaising with clients, court staff, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders in a professional manner.
• Assisting with trial and hearing preparation, including assembling briefs, exhibits, and document books.
• Performing administrative tasks such as docketing, expense processing, and general office support as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Civil Litigation, ideally in a law firm setting.
• Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures, forms, and the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Proficiency with legal practice management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Working 2 days in-office.

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services