Litigation Legal Assistant

David Aplin Recruiting; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

RRSP/DPSP matching

WFH 1-2 days/week

Flexible start/end times

Professional development

Job summary

David Aplin Recruiting partners with a Winnipeg law firm to recruit a Litigation Legal Assistant for a busy downtown practice. The role supports a high-volume litigation team, handling document preparation, filing, and client communications with confidentiality and discretion.

The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education in Legal Administration and 3+ years' litigation support experience, strong writing skills, and superb organizational abilities to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Legal Administration or a related program.
• 3+ years of experience supporting litigation matters within a law firm preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, transcribe, revise, and format correspondence and legal documents using lawyer instructions and established precedents.
• Prepare and file documentation with the Manitoba Court of King's Bench and Court of Appeal.
• Conduct due diligence and other legal searches.
• Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, grammar, spelling, formatting, and consistency.
• Maintain organized electronic and/or paper filing systems.
• Open and close files, complete conflict searches, and assist with billing and lawyer time entry.
• Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, external agencies, and members of the public.
• Handle sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality and discretion.
• Provide additional administrative support and assist with other duties as required.

Skills

Legal administration

Litigation support

Proofreading

Communication

Time management

Education

Post-secondary education in Legal Administration or related program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Stacey Danley at Aplin has partnered with one of Winnipeg's most prestigious downtown law firms on the search for a Litigation Legal assistant. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support to a busy litigation practice.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits
• Matching RRSP/DPSP plan
• Flexible work arrangements (WFH 1-2 days per week; flexible start and end times)
• Professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, transcribe, revise, and format correspondence and legal documents using lawyer instructions and established precedents
• Prepare and file documentation with the Manitoba Court of King's Bench and Court of Appeal
• Conduct due diligence and other legal searches
• Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, grammar, spelling, formatting, and consistency
• Maintain organized electronic and/or paper filing systems
• Open and close files, complete conflict searches, and assist with billing and lawyer time entry
• Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, external agencies, and members of the public
• Handle sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality and discretion
• Provide additional administrative support and assist with other duties as required

Skills & Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Legal Administration or a related program
• 3+ years of experience supporting litigation matters within a law firm is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
• Ability to multitask, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision while following established procedures
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.