*Legal Assistant – Litigation

Job Description

Legal Assistant Litigation

Are you looking for a stimulating and dynamic job? Do you want to be part of a team that believes in your potential and a prestigious law firm that will help you advance in your career?

This position is perfect for you! We are currently looking for (2) legal assistants in litigation for one of our clients, a law firm.

What's in it for you :

• Annual salary between $60.000 and $80.000, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time employment (35 hours per week, 5-day work week).
• Employment on-site with transition to a hybrid mode at the end of onboarding.
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage starting from day one, fully paid by the employer for employees and their dependents : life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, prescription drugs, dental care, vision care, extended health care, travel insurance, and disability insurance.
• Employer contribution of 5% to the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
• 4 to 5 weeks of paid vacation and leave per year.
• Unlimited personal days.
• 11 statutory holidays and 1 floating holiday.
• Health and wellness programs : employee and family assistance program, mental health support program, and telemedicine.
• $1 000 for reimbursement of wellness-related expenses.
• Training and education program providing up to $1 000 per year.
• Firm committed to community giving and offering pro bono legal services.
• Multiple annual social events and activities.
• Corporate discounts on various products and services.
• Collaborative environment where team members, regardless of background, feel valued and are encouraged to share their ideas.

Responsibilities :

• Drafting correspondence, preparing and revising legal documents.
• Managing deadlines, scheduling meetings and appointments, and maintaining lawyers' calendars.
• Organizing travel arrangements and bookings for lawyers.
• Reviewing documents for grammar, format, and compliance with legal requirements and the company's visual identity.
• Managing files, documents, and records using various storage and archiving applications such as Closing Folders, Sharefile, virtual data rooms, etc.
• Assisting lawyers in business development projects and maintaining the professional relationship database.
• Processing data (time entries, expenses) and opening files.
• Liaising with clients, colleagues, service departments including our Business Center, and external parties.
• Monitoring lawyers' billing for files in coordination with Billing Coordinators.
• Transcribing dictations, audio notes, and recordings.
• Contributing to the successful integration of new team members.
• Performing any related administrative tasks.

Specifics related to the litigation domain :

• Finalizing procedures for notification and filing with the court as necessary.
• Communicating and liaising with bailiffs and court representatives.
• Ensuring the timely follow-up of procedures.
• Participating in activities related to swearing in, as needed.

What you need to succeed :

• College diploma in legal secretariat or college diploma in office automation.
• College diploma in legal techniques is an asset.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, including experience within a professional services firm.
• Knowledge of proceedings in the Federal Court, Tax Court of Canada, and Supreme Court of Canada is considered an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of litigation procedures in Québec is also an asset.
• Bilingualism in French and English, both oral and written.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Team spirit, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate proactivity, motivation, and anticipate needs.
• Ability to manage priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate discretion, critical thinking, and judgment.

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