Job Description
Legal Assistant – Litigation
You enjoy fast-paced environments where no two days are the same and where your contribution truly makes an impact. This litigation role allows you to leverage your organizational skills, attention to detail, and versatility while working closely with dedicated professionals on a variety of files.
What is in it for you:
• Annual salary based on experience: 65K-75K.
• Permanent, full-time position: 35 hours per week.
• Hybrid work model: 2 days per week in the office.
• Summer schedule with Friday afternoons off from July through Labor Day.
• Personal days to use throughout the year based on your needs.
• IT equipment provided for remote work, plus an allowance to set up your home office.
• Casual dress code, including jeans.
• Fully employer-paid group insurance coverage.
• Telemedicine service to avoid long wait times.
• Simplified retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Employee assistance program focused on mental and emotional well-being.
• 50% reimbursement with partner caterers for parents of young children.
• Accessible leadership team and a people-first work environment.
• Active internal committees, including social and wellness initiatives.
• Access to professional support and real growth opportunities.
• Inclusive, respectful, and collaborative organizational culture.
Responsibilities:
• Provide proactive support to professionals in managing and following up on legal files.
• Coordinate calendars and organize meetings, hearings, appointments, and events.
• Ensure deadlines are met and follow up on deliverables and client files.
• Communicate with clients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Prepare required documentation, including pleadings, exhibits, and authorities.
• Transcribe dictations and review documents for quality and accuracy.
• Perform various administrative tasks, including billing support, time entry, expense reports, and document management.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.
What you need to succeed:
• Diploma in secretarial studies, legal secretarial studies, or equivalent training.
• 3 to 5 years of litigation experience (required).
• Excellent command of French, both spoken and written, to ensure high-quality legal documentation and communications.
• Good command of English, both spoken and written, to communicate with English-speaking clients and handle bilingual files.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Knowledge of specialized software such as Maître and iManage Work 10 is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage priorities, and handle multiple files simultaneously.
• Client-service mindset, professionalism, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Team spirit, initiative, and ability to work in a demanding environment.
Why Recruit Action?
Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.
*Legal Assistant – Litigation • Montréal, QC, ca
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