Litigation Legal Assistant (10269)

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Litigation Legal Assistant to join their inclusive and supportive team. This role is perfect for someone with 2-5 years of relevant legal experience who thrives in a collaborative environment. You'll support a respected Partner and become a vital part of a tight-knit legal team, managing due dates, filing systems, and assisting with court documents. The firm values loyalty and offers a culture where employees feel respected and supported. If you're looking for stability and meaningful work, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 5 years in a litigation role, especially in IP or legal environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills with a focus on accuracy and detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing due dates, filing deadlines, and maintaining filing systems.
• Assisting with court forms, pleadings, and client invoicing.

Skills

Proactive and organized

Strong proofreading skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Legal Assistant Diploma

Tools

iManage

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

We’re on the lookout for a dedicated Litigation Legal Assistant who’s ready to plant roots and grow with a firm that truly values its people. This is not just another desk job — you’ll be supporting a highly respected Partner who values loyalty, reliability, and a long-term working relationship. If you’re someone who has a minimum of two years of relevant legal experience, thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, and wants to be part of an inclusive firm, this is your kind of place. The firm fosters a culture where people stay because they’re respected, supported, and genuinely enjoy the team around them. If you’re seeking stability, meaningful work, and the chance to become a key part of a tight-knit legal team, we want to hear from you! Apply now.

Key Responsibilities

1. Managing due dates and filing deadlines; maintaining filing system for documents; compiling and organizing materials.
2. General practice administration, including preparing routine correspondence, processing client invoicing and third-party payables (e.g., experts and consultants), and expense reimbursement.
3. Assisting law clerk(s) to liaise with and book Court dates; assisting with preparing court forms, pleadings, and other court documents, as required.
4. Managing client administrative and billing requirements, and conflict searching.
5. Assisting with organizing work schedules by maintaining calendar and contacts, scheduling appointments, and coordinating travel arrangements.
6. Becoming an expert at the firm’s policies and all applicable administrative procedures.
7. Demonstrating teamwork by providing support to other practice group professionals and staff, as requested, whenever workload permits.
8. Maintaining a positive and professional relationship with external legal counsel, Courts, agencies, and professional organizations with whom the litigation professional(s) work.
9. Assuming additional responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications

1. Legal Assistant Diploma.
2. Minimum 2 to 5 years in a litigation role working in an IP or legal environment, including experience liaising with the Federal Court. Experience working with the Ontario Courts is an asset.
3. Proactive and organized; strong proofreading skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
4. Strong Microsoft, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
5. Familiarity with iManage is an asset.

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