Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant (Maternity Leave Contract)
ID: 7014
Job Description
Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant (Maternity Leave Contract)
Our Client is one Toronto’s most well-respected boutique law firms and they are looking for someone like you! Our Client is looking for an individual with a minimum of three years commercial litigation experience who can join their team on a contract basis. Your role will require you to provide support to a Junior Parter, as well as assist with overflow. The firm has a lot to offer, from great learning opportunities and a warm working environment to a competitive salary and perks! You can find it all here – apply now before it’s too late!
Key Responsibilities
- Transcribing letters, court documents, memos, etc. from digital dictation;
- Filing documents at Court via JSO Portal and Caselines;
- Liaising with clients, other lawyers, court offices, process servers, official examiners;
- Photocopying and assembling court documents and other documentation;
- Arranging appointments and maintaining lawyer’s calendar;
- Scanning and e-filing;
- Entering of dockets into PCLaw; and
- Reception relief (minimal).
Qualifications
- 3+ years commercial litigation experience as a legal assistant;
- Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel);
- Excellent typing skills (must be able to transcribe from digital dictation);
- Strong organizational and communication skills; and
- Ability to work well under pressure.
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
