litigation legal assistant

We are currently accepting resumes for the position of *Litigation Legal Assistant*.

*Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:*

• General litigation and administrative support;
• File management; electronic and physical file organization and diarization;
• Coordinating with lawyers and paralegals on work flow on larger files;
• Digital dictation transcription;
• Calendar management;
• Booking appointments and organizing internal and external meetings, including meeting preparation assistance;
• Drafting and/or preparing various legal documents;
• General correspondence and document production; and
• Entering time and preparing accounts as required.

*Qualifications:*

• Graduate of a Legal Administrative Assistant program is preferred: however, equivalent years of relevant experience will also be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years? experience working in the legal industry.
• Experience in Estate Litigation, or alternatively in Commercial Litigation or Civil Litigation with a strong interest in expanding skills in estate litigation matters.
• Thrives in a fast-paced work environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work with quick turnaround times while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Positive attitude and passion for excellence.
• Excellent word processing skills.
• Strong computer and typing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.
• Solid time management, multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in the MS Office environment including Excel.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.

The successful candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years? experience in the legal industry or acceptable equivalencies. Experience in Estate Litigation, or alternatively in Commercial Litigation or Civil Litigation with a strong interest in expanding skills in estate litigation matters.

*We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00-$62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Experience:

• legal assistant: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person