Tax Litigation Legal Assistant

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Tax Litigation Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced legal environment, assisting in the preparation of crucial court documents and liaising with clients and various departments. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills in Microsoft applications and exceptional communication abilities. Join a firm recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will be valued and impactful. If you are motivated and eager to learn, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years experience in Tax Disputes and Litigation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation for court proceedings and file with CRA.
• Draft routine correspondence and proofread court documents.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Tax Research Tools

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Legal Assistant Diploma

Experience as Tax Disputes and Litigation Assistant

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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Legal Assistant to join the Tax practice group in the Toronto office.

Primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting in preparing documentation for court proceedings, including originating documents (e.g., notices of appeal), motions, undertaking lists, affidavits and factums, exhibits, pre-trial materials (conference briefs), and trial and appeal documents
• Filing documentation with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and at various court levels, including the Tax Court of Canada, Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal
• Assisting with the use of online tools to facilitate document review and production
• Drafting routine correspondence to the CRA, Crown and Court
• Proofreading court documents and others for formatting, spelling and grammar
• Ensuring accuracy of court documents and others and preparing revisions and blacklines as required
• Coordinating meetings and events, including developing and distributing agendas, reserving meeting rooms, and preparing, compiling and distributing supporting documents
• Working with various departments (i.e., finance and marketing) as needed
• Liaising with clients regarding invoices, collections and preparation of WIP/AR reports
• Opening and closing files
• Docketing and billing
• Reviewing and prioritizing correspondence and emails, including drafting responses where suitable and redirecting to the appropriate individual for response as needed

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent
• Three to five years of experience as a Tax Disputes and Litigation Assistant, or equivalent education or training
• Good understanding of the Tax Court and Federal Court Rules of Procedure and associated forms
• Knowledge of tax research tools (e.g., CanLII and TaxNetPro) is an asset

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work well under pressure and on deadline in a high-performing environment
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft applications (e.g., Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills and strong attention to detail
• Strong searching abilities (i.e., emails, archives and document management)
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Extremely motivated, eager to learn, adaptable and professional
• Willing to work flexible hours, as required

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your application along with a cover letter and résumé directly to our application portal.

Blakes wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Who We Are

At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.

Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures.

The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal and Administrative

• Industries

  Legal Services

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