Litigation Legal Assistant

Ruby & Co.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is looking for a detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team in downtown Toronto. This role involves preparing legal documents, managing litigation calendars, and providing essential support to litigators. With a competitive salary of up to $72,000 and a hybrid work schedule, this position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and professional development. If you have a strong background in civil litigation and are ready to take your career to the next level, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

RRSP Matching Program

Excellent Benefits

Hybrid Remote Schedule

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Civil Litigation.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and Ontario court systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft legal correspondence, court documents, and pleadings.
• Manage litigation calendars and coordinate service of legal documents.

Skills

Legal Document Formatting

MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Communication Skills

Time Management

Discretion and Professionalism

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Legal Administration

Tools

Legal Practice Management Software

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A well-established and respected law firm located in downtown Toronto is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare and draft legal correspondence, court documents, pleadings, and briefs.
2. File documents electronically through Ontario’s court filing systems.
3. Manage litigation calendars, including court deadlines, hearings, and trial dates.
4. Coordinate service and filing of legal documents.
5. Organize and maintain physical and electronic files.
6. Schedule examinations for discovery, mediations, and client meetings.
7. Communicate with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel professionally.
8. Provide administrative support to Litigators.

Requirements

1. 4+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Civil Litigation.
2. Diploma or certificate in legal administration or law clerk program.
3. Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and Ontario court systems.
4. Proficiency with legal document formatting and MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
5. Experience using legal practice management software.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines accurately.
8. Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.

Compensation

This role offers a competitive salary up to $72,000, an RRSP matching program, excellent benefits, and a hybrid remote schedule.

Additional Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Legal Services