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Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant

Hays • Toronto
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Your newpany

Join a law firm that is one of Toronto's most well-established and respected full-service law firms. With a reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across a broad range of practice areas, the firm offers a collaborative and professional environment where employees are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow their careers. Due to continued growth within its Litigation Group, the firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its dynamic team.

Your new role

As a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will provide dedicated support to busy litigators handling a variety of civil andmercial litigation matters. Working closely with lawyers, clients, court staff, and external stakeholders, you will play a critical role in ensuring files are managed efficiently and deadlines are consistently met.Key responsibilities include:
  • Preparing, drafting, revising, and formatting legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, motion materials, and court filings.
  • Managing litigation files from opening through to resolution.
  • Coordinating discoveries, mediations, pre-trials, hearings, motions, and trials.
  • Maintaining lawyers' calendars and managing critical deadlines.
  • Preparing and filing documents through the Ontario Courts' electronic filing systems.
  • Organizing and maintaining physical and electronic file materials.
  • Reviewing documents for accuracy, formatting, andpliance with court requirements.
  • Monitoring limitation periods and ensuring adherence to the Rules of Civil Procedure.
  • Providing general administrative and litigation support as required.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will possess:
  • A Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent education.
  • A minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience within a law firm.
  • Strong knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure.
  • Experience supporting lawyers in civil and/ormercial litigation matters.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Experience with document management software and electronic court filing platforms.
  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail andmitment to accuracy.
  • Excellent written and verbalmunication skills.
  • The ability to prioritizepeting deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A professional, client-service-oriented approach and a collaborative mindset.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:
  • RRSP matching program.
  • Generous vacation entitlement and paid personal days.
  • A hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Exposure to sophisticated and challenging litigation matters.
  • A collegial and supportive team environment.
  • The opportunity to build a long-term career with one of Toronto's leading law firms.

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