Litigation Administrative/Legal Assistant
ID: 7422
Job Description
Litigation Administrative/Legal Assistant
Our Client, one of Toronto’s top-tier boutique firms is seeking an Administrative Legal Assistant to join their Litigation group. Your team will comprise of a C-Suite executive and esteemed Partner, who are both professional and congenial. This position is a multifaceted role giving you exposure to HR, Legal and Accounting. You can gain great experience and knowledge from working with these seasoned professionals. If you’re ready to hit the ground running and want to join an amazing firm – apply now! Benefits and perks offered.
Salary: $70K
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting, preparing and proofreading correspondence, accounts and various transactional documents and forms.
- Preparing court documents, booking court appointments, examinations and client meetings.
- Dealing with and responding to client inquiries expeditiously and conducting follow-up as required.
- Processing incoming and outgoing mail, including maintenance of email accounts and managing files; maintaining precedent systems as may be required within the Firm protocol for knowledge management.
- Maintaining and organizing files in a timely manner both electronic and hard copy as required.
- General administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, photocopying materials, booking meeting rooms and making travel arrangements.
- Provides guidance in the maintenance, administration and communication of policies, procedures and initiatives.
- Assist with HR duties as required team members.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Legal Administration and/or Law Clerk Diploma preferred.
- Solid work experience in a legal environment.
- Working knowledge of legal procedures, with a sound understanding of corporate transaction documents.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Excellent technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of accounting/docketing systems and data management systems (PCLaw and iManage).
- Excellent organizational/follow up skills demonstrating attention to detail, proof-reading and accuracy.
- A motivated team player.
- Strong problem-solving skills along with the ability to work with little instruction or supervision.
- Able to work well under pressure.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to contribute to a positive team environment.
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
