Litigation Legal Assistant

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team in a thriving law firm. This in-office position requires a detail-oriented professional with at least two years of experience in commercial and civil litigation. You will play a crucial role in maintaining workflows, preparing complex legal documents, and coordinating tasks among lawyers. The firm offers a competitive salary and a discretionary annual bonus, ensuring a stable and supportive work environment. If you thrive in organized settings and enjoy collaborating with a dedicated team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant required.
• Completion of a relevant legal assistant or law clerk program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workflow among multiple lawyers and manage complex files.
• Prepare and modify legal documents and coordinate tasks.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

Our Client, a well-known, thriving law firm, is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant with at least two years of commercial and civil litigation experience to join their collaborative and respected team. This in-office role offers a competitive salary plus a discretionary annual bonus, providing stability and growth in a supportive environment. If you enjoy keeping things organized, ensuring every detail is in place, and working with a team that values your expertise, this could be the perfect fit. Apply now!

Salary: Up to $70K

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain workflow amongst multiple lawyers
• Prepare, edit, format, revise and modify a variety of complex legal documents, and presentations adhering to the Firm’s practices
• Coordinate and disperse tasks to be performed by various groups
• Open new files, maintain large complex files, utilize an orderly filing and retrieval system
• Coordinate calendar management, travel arrangements, travel expense reports, etc.
• Liaise with other team members to coordinate workload
• Review and screen incoming calls, mail and fax communications as directed by lawyers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years working experience as a commercial and civil litigation legal assistant
• Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
• Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands
• Microsoft 365 suite of applications
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgement and decision making
• Organized
• Stellar attention to detail

How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at [e-mail]