Legal Commercial Litigation Administrative Assistant 
We have an amazing opportunity you won’t want to miss! Our Client, a well-known national firm, is searching for a passionate and dedicated Litigation Administrative Assistant with 3 to 5 years of commercial litigation experience. A competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for personal and professional growth, RRSP Program, a fitness subsidy, an annual education/tuition allowance, and ongoing continuing educational “Lunch & Learn” seminars! This firm has it all. Apply now, this one won’t last!   

Qualifications: 

• 3-5+ years of experience working as a legal administrative assistant;
• Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from an accredited program;
• Previous litigation experience;
• Superior organizational/document management skills with a strong attention to detail;
• Exceptional aptitude for software and systems;
• Advanced knowledge of database management;
• Computer knowledge including: MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, Internet, Case Management Software, and Time tracker software.

• Strong time management skills;
• The ability to work both collaboratively and support colleagues and work independently;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
• Sound business judgment including the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information;
• High degree of accuracy in work product;
• A proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

• Provides clear, concise and complete oral and written information;
• Drafts correspondence and legal documents;
• Maintains all administrative functions, including file opening/closing procedures, maintains the calendar, books appointments and manages bring forwards;
• Performs complex editing and formatting of documents for various correspondence, reports, forms and spreadsheets;
• Arranges examinations for discovery and trial dates;
• Manages work volume and juggling priorities while supporting a demanding practice;
• Manages a high volume of paper correspondence;
• Ensures deadlines are met and limitation dates are adhered to;
• Completes time entries and billings;
• Sorts incoming mail and preparation of outgoing mail;
• Performs other related duties as required.