Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Litigation Assistant
Job #: 16730
Job Type: Full time, permanent
Location: Toronto
Salary: $70,000-$75,000
Benefits: Excellent benefits
Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a top-tier Toronto firm is currently looking for a Corporate Assistant/Clerk. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.

• Recognized as leaders in their field by Best Lawyers in Canada, Chambers Canada, Chambers Global, and Lexpert.
• Office conveniently located in Toronto’s Financial District!

Duties and Responsibilities:

-           Draft/prepare/format correspondence and various legal documents (actions, applications, affidavits of documents, requests to admit, motion records, factums etc);

-           Compile records and briefs;

-           Scheduling appointments, court dates, examinations for discovery, mediations; and

-           Communicating effectively with clients;

-           Manage deadlines and bring-forward system for lawyers;

-           Schedule appointments and court dates and manage calendars for lawyers;

-           Open/ close / maintain legal files; and

-           Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.

 Requirements:

-           Seven+ years’ experience in the areas of litigation and bankruptcy and insolvency;

-           Solid understanding of litigation rules, procedures, and legal terminology;

-           Excellent spelling, grammar and proofreading skills;

-           Proficiency with MS Word, ACL, and CaseLines;

-           Able to independently exercise good judgment, discretion, and problem-solving abilities;

-           Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills; and

-           Professional, proactive, and positive attitude.

How To Apply

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #16554 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.