Legal Assistant – Litigation (Health, Insurance Defence)

Mier Human Capital MoreoverToronto, ON

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$60,000.00–CA$70,000.00 yearly

Job description

Mier Recruitment is hiring!

Job Title : Legal Assistant – Litigation (Health, Insurance Defence)

Location : Toronto, Ontario

Length of Assignment : Permanent

Salary : $,-, / year

Our client in Toronto , ON is actively looking for an Legal Assistant – Litigation (Health, Insurance Defence) to join their team.

Position Description :

General administrative tasks including answering the phone and handling messages.
Managing all scheduling including, calendars, and bring forward "tickler” system.
Ensuring organization and follow up on said Bring Forward system.
Ensuring organization and follow up on said Bring Forward system.
Compiling serving and filing motion records and other court documents.
Drafting sending and replying to correspondence.
Communicating with clients, experts, and the courts
Preparing and sending invoices.
File opening and closing.
Managing documents in a document management system.
Document management (scanning)
Transcription of dictation and / or proofreading dictation from an external center.
Other duties as related to administrative practice.

Qualifications

At least years of experience as a legal assistant preferably in a litigation role.

Experience in Insurance Defence, Personal Injury or Health Law.

Deep familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedures, particularly as it pertains to service rules and deadlines.

Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Strong work ethic.

Ability to work affectively on a team and individually.

Excellent communication skills.

Experience with tech and working in a hybrid environment.

Experience with Relativity and Document Management Systems.

If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only those being considered will be contacted.