Senior Litigation Assistant

Kent Legal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Toronto is looking for a Senior Litigation Assistant to support litigation activities. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of $85,000 and hybrid remote flexibility, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced legal professionals.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant.
• Must be skilled at managing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when interacting with clients.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal documents.
• Assist with preparation and revision of briefs and court materials.
• Coordinate schedules and track important dates.

Skills

Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Proficient in MS Office

Familiarity with CMS, InterAction and ACL

Education

Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Litigation Assistant

Job # : 16929

Job Type : Full time, permanent

Location : Toronto

Salary : $85,000

Benefits : Excellent benefits

Remote Flexibility : Hybrid remote flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a leading Toronto law firm is hiring a Senior Litigation Assistant. The firm offers a competitive salary based on experience and an excellent benefits package.

• Leading regional law firm specializing in Corporate and Securities legal practices.
• Recognized in the top band for Securities Litigation and Benchmark Canada.
• Office building conveniently located in Toronto's Financial District!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal documents.
• Assist with the preparation and revision of briefs, court materials, correspondence, and other administrative documents for lawyer approval; upload documents for court submission.
• Serve, file, and prepare pleadings, motion / application records, and finalize appeal materials.
• Assemble affidavits of documents, coordinate discoveries, and deliver examination notices.
• Gather and organize exhibits and supporting evidence.
• Draft and send communications to opposing counsel.
• Coordinate schedules, track important dates, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Follow up on tasks needed to support the lawyer's practice.
• Maintain the lawyer's calendar, schedule meetings, liaise with clients, and assist with time entry when needed.

Requirements

• Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma;
• 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant;
• Must know Rules of Civil Procedure;
• Ability to work with all levels of court;
• Skilled at managing priorities to hit multiple deadlines;
• Skills with MS Office, CMS, InterAction and ACL;
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal; and
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when interacting with clients.

How to Apply

Kindly email your MS Word resume to [e-mail], and quote Opportunity # 16929 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.