Job DescriptionJob Title: Litigation AssistantJob #: 16891Job Type: Full time, permanentLocation: TorontoSalary: $70,000Benefits: Excellent benefitsRemote Flexibility: Hybrid RemoteClient ProfileOur client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Litigation Assistant. This firm has an excellent reputation and a lot of growth opportunities.- International business law firm with offices across Canada.- Leaders in project their experience spans asset classes, regions, size, complexity and stage.
Office space located in the heart of Toronto’s Financial District!
Duties and Responsibilities:- Provide legal administrative support to assigned lawyers and their clients;- Maintain lawyer’s calendars and emails;- Arrange meetings, conference calls etc.;- Arrange travel bookings for lawyers;- Photocopy, print, organize couriers, and send out of letters and faxes;- Maintain physical and electronic filing system and open/close files;- Support lawyers in marketing activities including involvement in preparation of pitches and presentations;- Liaise with lawyer and billing coordinator to prepare accounts on a regular basis;- Liaise with lawyer, client, and Finance department to collect on overdue accounts;- Arrange opening/closing of client matters in accounting system- Address basic client queries;- Liaise and work closely with Document Specialists and Support Assistants, as appropriate, to ensure tasks are completed within a timely manner;- Any other administrative duties as assigned.Requirements:- 5+ years’ experience working in a legal professional services firm;- Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma from an Accredited Institution;- Good knowledge of civil litigation practice and procedures, and the Rules of Civil Procedure;- Proficiency in Microsoft (Word, Outlook, and Excel);- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal;- Solid attention to detail and time management skills; and- Ability to prioritize and meet urgent deadlines.
