Junior Resource Team Legal Assistant
Job Description
Junior Resource Team Legal Assistant
Junior Litigation Assistants—your career starts here! Our Client, a top-tier full-service law firm, is seeking a Junior Resource Team Assistant to join their bustling Toronto office in the heart of the business district. With just one year of relevant experience, you can get your foot in the door of this prominent firm and build an exciting legal career. Known as one of the best employers, this firm truly cares for its people, offering a comprehensive benefits package, exciting perks, and a competitive salary. You’ll work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining hands-on experience with dynamic files and learning in a collaborative, supportive environment. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to join one of the city’s top firms—apply now!
Salary: Up to $68K (Based on Experience)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide backup coverage in the absence of other assistants and overflow work
- Accurately drafting, proofreading and formatting various legal and general materials including: documents, spreadsheets, reports, memos, presentations, forms and other items
- Preparation, filing and serving of court documents
- Administrative duties as required such as managing calendars, coordinating meetings , filing and making travel arrangements
- Developing and maintaining filing system and filing documents on iManage (DMS)
- Thorough understanding of billing process including: opening/closing client files, entering dockets, preparing expense reports and preparing client accounts on a monthly basis
- Establishing positive working relations with both internal and external contacts
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience as a legal assistant in litigation and/or corporate law
- Post-secondary education in legal administration or equivalent
- Solid computer and typing skills:proficiency in the MS Office environment, document management programs and other legal-specific technical programs
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
- Excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks
- Impeccable proofreading, grammar skills and attention to detail
- Service oriented, adaptable, and works well in a team environment
- Maintains professionalism, confidentiality and discretion
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) including the ability to deal with clients and all levels of staff
Please note all applicants will be tested on MSO
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
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