Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Litigation Legal Assistant
Are you a Litigation Legal Assistant who loves being at the heart of meaningful work? Our Client, a wonderful and highly respected firm, is looking for a skilled Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of three years’ experience to join their dynamic team. This is more than just a role – it is a chance to work alongside dedicated professionals who genuinely care about helping others and delivering excellent results, efficiently and thoughtfully. You will be valued for your expertise, supported in your growth, and welcomed into a culture that believes great legal work starts with great people. The firm also offers a wonderful benefits package, competitive salary, and perks to ensure you are cared for. If you are looking for a place where your skills truly make a difference, this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for. Apply now!
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of legal documents relating to complex commercial disputes, debtor-creditor matters, real estate disputes, fraud, class actions, bankruptcy and insolvency, fraud and general contract disputes;
- Schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments as required;
- Organize, open and maintain client files;
- Responsible for daily correspondence, drafting and filing court documents;
- File preparation and management;
- Organize, assemble and draft motion and trial records, books of authorities, court pleadings and prepare agreements as required;
- General administrative duties including entering dockets and processing accounts; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program at a recognized community college;
- Minimum of 3 years’ related experience within a commercial litigation practice;
- Familiarity with Ontario court rules and practice directions, legal procedures and filing requirements;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook);
- Experience working with PDF software, DocuSign, and a document management system, e.g., iManage;
- Well-developed organizational and time management skills in order to manage multiple priorities efficiently and meet tight deadlines;
- Strong communication skills help to build relationships and provide excellent client service;
- Confident self-starter, who works well both independently, and as part of a collaborative team;
- Operate with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail;
- Keen problem solver with a solutions-driven mindset, and
- Show good judgment and respond well to constructive feedback
To apply, please forward your resume to: Zaheeda Merali Manager – Executive Search at zaheeda@cartelinc.com
