Civil/Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Civil/Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant
Our Client, one of Toronto’s well-respected industry leaders, is seeking a Civil/Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant. They are looking for someone who can bring their expertise – a minimum of three years’ relevant experience – and hit the ground running! You will be working for three amazing lawyers who are not only involved in diverse practices, but are keen to share their knowledge with other professionals and support their growth. This is the place where your career can flourish – don’t miss out your opportunity to get ahead! Apply now.
Salary: Up to $75K + Benefits + Perks
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. - Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Legal Administration and/or Law Clerk Diploma preferred.
- 3+ years’ experience in commercial or civil litigation 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).
- A professional client and telephone manner.
- Excellent organizational/follow up skills demonstrating attention to detail, proof-reading and accuracy
- A motivated team player able to work well with others of varying ages and backgrounds; willing to support and stand in for colleagues to cover absences.
- 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
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