Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Litigation Legal Assistant
We’re on the lookout for a dedicated Litigation Legal Assistant who’s ready to plant roots and grow with a firm that truly values its people. This is not just another desk job — you’ll be supporting a highly respected Partner who values loyalty, reliability, and a long-term working relationship. If you’re someone who takes has a minimum of two years relevant legal experience, thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, and wants to be part of an inclusive firm, this is your kind of place. The firm fosters a culture where people stay because they’re respected, supported, and genuinely enjoy the team around them. If you’re seeking stability, meaningful work, and the chance to become a key part of a tight-knit legal team, we want to hear from you! Apply now.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing due dates and filing deadlines; maintaining filing system for documents; compiling, and organizing materials
- General practice administration, including preparing routine correspondence, processing client invoicing and third-party payables (e.g., experts and consultants), and expense reimbursement
- Assisting law clerk(s) to liaise with and book Court dates; assisting with preparing court forms, pleadings, and other court documents, as required.
- Managing client administrative and billing requirements, and conflict searching
- Assisting with organizing work schedules by maintaining calendar and contacts, scheduling appointments, and coordinating travel arrangements
- Becomes expert at the firm’s policies and all applicable administrative procedures
- Demonstrates teamwork by providing support to other practice group professionals and staff, as requested, whenever workload permits
- Maintains a positive and professional relationship with external legal counsel, Courts, agencies, and professional organizations with whom the litigation professional(s) work
- Assumes additional responsibilities as requested
Qualifications
- Legal Assistant Diploma
- Minimum 2 to 5 years in a litigation role working in an IP or legal environment, including experience liaising with the Federal Court. Experience working with the Ontario Courts is an asset
- Proactive and organized; strong proofreading skills with high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint skills
- Familiarity with iManage an asset
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
