Litigation Legal Assistant / Experience with Tribunals a MUST

Dean Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Dean Group is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant with tribunal experience for a hybrid role in Downtown Toronto. The position is 3–4 days onsite with remaining days work from home, 9 to 5, with a salary range of CAD 62,000–72,000 plus benefits.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in litigation and/or employment and labour law, strong legal terminology knowledge, and proficiency in MS Office and practice management software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in employment and labour law or litigation.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice management software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skill.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines.
• Maintain and organize client files (both electronic and physical).
• Assist with court filings and document service.
• Conduct basic legal research and support case preparation.

Skills

Legal terminology

Litigation knowledge

Time management

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal practice management software

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant with Tribunal Experience. Location: Downtown Toronto, ON Firm Type: Boutique Law Firm Job Type: Hybrid. 3-4 days onsite. Other dayswork from home 9 to 5 Salary Range 62-72k based on experience with benefits

About The Firm:

Our client is a collaborative and close-knit boutique law firm located in the heart of downtown Toronto. Their team is passionate about delivering exceptional legal services in employment and labour law, and pride themselves on fostering a supportive and team-oriented work environment.

Position Overview:

This client is adding an additional detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant with 3 years of litigation and most importantly experience filing with the courts and tribunals is a MUST. The ideal candidate will be a team player who thrives in a collaborative setting and is committed to providing outstanding support to our legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines
• Maintain and organize client files (both electronic and physical)
• Assist with court filings and document service
• Conduct basic legal research and support case preparation

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in employment and labour law or litigation is a MUST
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice management software
• Excellent organizational and time management skill

Why Work Here?

• Friendly and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Convenient downtown location close to transit
• Competitive compensation and benefits