Senior Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Senior Litigation Legal Assistant
Your next big move starts here. Our Client is seeking a Senior Litigation Legal Assistant to join their thriving team at a prestigious, full-service law firm known for its excellence and client-centered approach. Bring your seasoned expertise and strong organizational skills to support high-stakes litigation cases in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on professional growth, Our Client offers a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, and a culture that values collaboration and innovation. If you have over five years of experience in commercial or civil litigation and are ready to take your career to new heights, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Apply now!
Salary: Up to $80K
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of affidavits of documents using litigation support programs;
- Scanning of documents into electronic form and integrating electronic documents into litigation support programs;
- Summarization of transcripts of examinations for discovery and preparation of lists of undertakings and refusals;
- Drafting and/or preparing various legal documents (pleadings, notices of motion, facta, bills of costs/costs outline, etc.);
- Compiling records and briefs and perfecting appeals;
- Preparation and filing of enforcement proceedings such as writs of execution and notices of garnishment;
- Arranging for service of legal documents and filing with proper courts;
- Managing and tracking deadlines, dates and appointments, including managing the lawyers’ calendars and scheduling appointments and court dates as needed;
- Assisting counsel with trial preparation;
- Knowledge of caselines; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Certificate in a Legal Assistant program or equivalent;
- 5+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant (construction law is an asset);
- General knowledge of Civil Procedure;
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written;
- Team player with a positive attitude;
- Takes initiative while using discretion and good judgment in decision making;
- Excellent technical knowledge of Microsoft applications, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Caselines and Adobe Acrobat;
- Excellent client service skills;
- Highly organized;
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills; and
- Strong attention to detail.
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
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