Litigation Legal Assistant – Hybrid Remote
Job Description
Litigation Legal Assistant – Hybrid Remote
Our Client, a prominent, industry leading firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their practice, giving you an opportunity to be part of something great. The firm deals with interesting and complex cases, providing for a great addition to your professional skills and experience. The team is filled with friendly and kind individuals, making the work environment a pleasure to work in. As a Legal Litigation Assistant is to provide support to the legal team, manage scheduling, and maintain legal files. The firm also offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and other perks! Have your hard work valued – apply now!
Salary: Up to $68K
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operation of busy litigation practices.
- Calendar management – schedule meetings, calls, internal and external engagements, travel and other. Administrative – create and monitor bring-forward systems, coordinate and arrange travel and external commitments.
- File Maintenance – open and close, maintain and organize all matters and respective electronic and hardcopy files and file lists (active and inactive).
- Dictation – transcribe and revise notes, memos, letters, and other correspondence / documents.
- Assist with preparation of expense reports, docket entries, accounts, pre-bills, and other financial administrative duties.
- Prepare, assemble, and draft various litigation documents, correspondence and briefs for court filings, distribution, service or other.
- Responsible for formatting documents, using internal firm standards and styles.
- Must understand court requirements and rules surrounding submitting documents for Divisional Court, Federal Court, Superior Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada.
- Responsible for serving and filing all electronic and hardcopy documents.
- Understand and be able to use available legal software in everyday operations.
- Organize logistics and help Lawyers prepare for all court appearances including trial.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant is required; Commercial Litigation experience is preferred.
- Post-secondary education in a Legal Assistant/Administration program or equivalent required.
- Law Clerk Certificate or Diploma is considered an asset.
- In-depth knowledge of legal practices, legal terminology, and the Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Advanced proficiency using Microsoft 365 applications, Document Management System (iManage / Worksite / Filesite), Digital Dictation software (Phillips Speech Exec.) and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to effectively use Automated Civil Litigation (ACL), Accounting Software (Lighthouse or 3E), Docket Software (Carpe Diem) and Electronic Court Filing applications (CaseLines).
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
