Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant
Job #: 16954
Job Type: Full time, permanent
Location: Toronto
Salary: $77,000
Benefits: Excellent benefits
Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Commercial Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.

- Multiservice law firm specializing in a variety of legal practices.

- Office conveniently located in Toronto's Financial District!

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provide legal administrative support within commercial litigation group;

- Draft / prepare / format correspondence and various legal documents (pleadings, notice of motion, facta, 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;

- Manage incoming calls, mail, faxes and e-mail and respond as appropriate and follow-up on correspondence;

 - Open/ close / maintain legal files; and - Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.

Requirements:

 - 5+ years of Commercial Litigation experience;

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

- Strong dicta typing, client service, and client billing 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 #16954 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.