Litigation Legal Assistant

Ruby & Co.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruby & Co., a well-established Toronto law firm, seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant to support lawyers on complex matters. The role combines administrative duties with detailed legal document preparation, proofreading, and calendar management.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a litigation environment, a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma, and strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures, with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a litigation environment.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures and litigation processes.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong proofreading and document formatting abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to lawyers and their practice.
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, motions, factums, and other legal documents.
• Manage lawyer calendars, appointments, meetings, and deadlines.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical litigation files.
• Prepare and coordinate court filings, service, and other procedural requirements.
• Assist with preparation for discoveries, examinations, motions, mediations, and hearings.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties.
• Prepare and organize document productions and litigation materials.
• Track limitation periods, court dates, and other critical deadlines.
• Assist with general administrative duties and provide support to the broader team as required.

Skills

Litigation support

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

MS Office proficiency

Ontario court procedures knowledge

Education

Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma

Job description

Our client, a well-established and highly respected Toronto law firm, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant to support lawyers on a variety of complex litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to lawyers and their practice
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, motions, factums, and other legal documents
• Manage lawyer calendars, appointments, meetings, and deadlines
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical litigation files
• Prepare and coordinate court filings, service, and other procedural requirements
• Assist with preparation for discoveries, examinations, motions, mediations, and hearings
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties
• Prepare and organize document productions and litigation materials
• Track limitation periods, court dates, and other critical deadlines
• Assist with general administrative duties and provide support to the broader team as required

Requirements

• 3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in a litigation environment
• Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma
• Strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures and litigation processes
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong proofreading and document formatting abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team

Compensation

• Salary up to $78,000, commensurate with experience