Litigation legal assistant

Our client, a leading law firm, is looking for a Legal Assistant for its Montreal office. This essential business administration and legal services role is crucial to the litigation team. As a Legal Assistant, you will support legal professionals and contribute directly to the success of litigation files. This permanent, full-time position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a reputable firm and leverage your expertise.

This Legal Assistant position requires a high level of English proficiency to communicate with English-speaking clients and partners outside Quebec on a regular basis.

The successful candidate stands out for their rigor, organizational skills, and prioritization, which allow them to manage multiple files simultaneously. Resourceful and with a strong focus on client service, they enjoy working in a team and virtually, and contribute significantly to the success of the office and the litigation department.

If the list of qualifications and experience resonates with you, don't hesitate to apply for this role!

Advantages
Full-time, permanent position.

Group insurance paid in part by the employer.

Group pension plan.

Telemedicine and Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and teamwork.

Flexible schedule and excellent work-life balance.

Possibility of hybrid telecommuting.

Various health and wellness programs.

Responsibilities
Efficiently coordinate file follow-ups, deadlines, and schedules.

Perform basic legal verifications in various computerized databases (SOQUIJ, REQ, land registry, etc.).

Prepare and assist professionals in drafting correspondence, procedural documents, agreements, and various legal documents.

Participate in the opening, follow-up, updating, closing, and archiving of physical and computerized files.

Compile and manage document requests from third parties.

Review and index transcriptions.

Create and update document indexes.

Prepare authority, procedure, and engagement books.

Prepare expense memoranda.

Organize and manage file documentation.

Review and correct professional billing documents in collaboration with the billing department.

Assist professionals in preparing files and trials.

Perform all other related tasks.

Qualifications
College Diploma (AEC) or Professional Studies Diploma (DEP) in secretarial studies with a legal certificate OR relevant work experience.

Expert-level proficiency in English, essential for this business administration and legal services position.

Relevant experience in a Legal Assistant or administrative support role in the legal field.

Exceptional organizational skills and sense of priority, with the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.

Excellent command of both French and English, both spoken and written, for fluent communication with a diverse clientele.

Problem-solving skills and resourcefulness.

Strong client service skills and a friendly approach.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team.

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

Knowledge of Maître and/or Carpe Diem software (an asset).

Attention to detail and thoroughness.

Ability to work autonomously and virtually, and to adapt to a flexible schedule.

Summary
Interested in this position?

Send us an email anytime at dorine.sportouch@randstad.ca

If you know anyone interested in administrative support positions, please feel free to provide them with our contact information. We will be happy to help them!

For more information on this and all other positions currently available, visit www.randstad.ca.

We look forward to receiving your resume!

All resumes received will be considered equally.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.


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