Senior Legal Assistant

Desai Maruszki LLP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Desai Maruszki LLP, a growing Personal Injury Law Firm, seeks a personal injury legal assistant with 2-3 years of experience. The ideal candidate will assist lawyers with administrative tasks and have strong communication and organizational skills, working in a flexible and hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a legal environment, preferably in personal injury.
• Familiarity with SABS and the Rules of Civil Procedure is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyers and liaise with clients and court staff.
• Maintain the lawyer's calendar and prepare legal documents.
• Organize and maintain client files.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Desai Maruszki LLP is a growing Personal Injury Law Firm specializing in motor vehicle accident, slip and fall, long-term disability, and medical malpractice claims. We offer a collegial work environment and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced legal professionals. We also provide a flexible and hybrid work environment.

We are looking for a personal injury legal assistant with 2-3 years of experience to join our team!

The ideal candidate will have experience with accident benefits and tort claims, knowledge of the SABS and the Rules of Civil Procedure, excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Role responsibilities include:

• Providing administrative support to lawyers;
• Liaising with clients, experts, tribunal, and court staff;
• Maintaining the lawyer's calendar, including scheduling client meetings, examinations for discovery, mediations, pre-trials, trials, preparation meetings, and conference calls;
• Preparing and serving documents, including Affidavits of Documents, Schedule "A" productions, Notices of Examination, and LAT Document Briefs;
• Handling undertakings and record productions;
• Assembling and serving Records/Briefs, including motions, mediations, medical, pre-trial, and productions;
• Maintaining and organizing client files.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience;
• Experience in personal injury is an asset;
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently;
• Familiarity with legal procedures and protocols.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit an updated resume via LinkedIn or email to Emma Schroeder at [emailprotected].

This job is active and accepting applications.