Litigation Legal Assistant (Hybrid) – Ottawa

TAG HR; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking a Legal Assistant - Litigation to support a busy legal team in Ottawa. This full-time role involves assisting lawyers with legal research, document preparation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have prior experience in a law office. Benefits include dental care, health care, and wellness programs. The position offers a hybrid work model, enabling flexibility in work arrangement.

Benefits

Dental care

Extended health care

Paid time off

RRSP matching

Vision care

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk in a law office setting preferred.
• Familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure is required.
• Strong proofreading and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers with legal research and document preparation.
• Manage case files through document management systems.
• Draft and format legal memos and summaries.

Skills

Legal research

Document preparation

Proofreading

Clerical skills

Confidentiality

Education

Law Clerk or Paralegal Program

Tools

Westlaw

Document management systems

Legal practice management systems

Job description

A legal services provider is seeking a Legal Assistant - Litigation to support a busy legal team in Ottawa. This full-time role involves assisting lawyers with legal research, document preparation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have prior experience in a law office. Benefits include dental care, health care, and wellness programs. The position offers a hybrid work model, enabling flexibility in work arrangement.