Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant
Our Client is offering a Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant position with their top-tier firm, located in the heart of the financial district. You’ll be the right hand to two exceptional lawyers, a Partner and an Associate, both known for being genuinely kind, collaborative, and respectful of their team. This is a fast-paced practice with fascinating, high-stakes matters. In this position you’ll also be trusted with a strong Executive Assistant component, handling schedules, client communication, and high-level coordination that keeps major files running seamlessly. The firm offers a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, a hybrid remote schedule, and the chance to be part of a practice where the calibre of work matches the calibre of people. Apply now before it’s too late!
Salary: Up to $85K
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of legal documents relating to complex commercial disputes, debtor-creditor matters, real estate disputes, fraud, class actions, bankruptcy and insolvency, fraud and general contract disputes;
- Schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments as required;
- Organize, open and maintain client files;
- Responsible for daily correspondence, drafting and filing court documents;
- File preparation and management;
- Organize, assemble and draft motion and trial records, books of authorities, court pleadings and prepare agreements as required;
- General administrative duties; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program at a recognized community college;
- Minimum of 5+ years’ related experience within a commercial litigation practice;
- Familiarity with Ontario court rules and practice directions, legal procedures and filing requirements;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook);
- Experience working with PDF software, DocuSign, and a document management system, e.g., iManage;
- Well-developed organizational and time management skills in order to manage multiple priorities efficiently and meet tight deadlines;
- Strong communication skills;
- Confident self-starter, who works well both independently, and as part of a collaborative team;
- Operate with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail;
- Keen problem solver with a solutions-driven mindset, and
- Shows good judgment and responds well to constructive feedback.
To apply, please forward your resume to Jennifer Mulligan at jennifer@cartelinc.com
