Job Description

Litigation Assistant 

Job #16987
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Toronto, ON
Salary: $65,000 
Remote Flexibility: In Office

Our client, a leading Toronto law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant to join their dynamic team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative and professional environment supporting a busy legal practice. The ideal candidate will bring strong administrative and organizational skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a keen attention to detail. Real estate experience and knowledge of expropriation law are considered assets.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level assistance including correspondence, document review, preparation, and compilation
• Manage lawyers’ calendars, emails, meetings, and conference calls
• Maintain electronic and paper filing systems and assist with invoicing
• Draft and format routine correspondence and legal documents
• Handle incoming calls on the main phone line and manage faxes as required
• Process dockets, expense reports, and invoices to clients
• Transcribe digital dictation as required
• Coordinate administrative tasks and collaborate with other assistants on projects
• Perform other related administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Litigation Assistant in a law firm or similar environment
• Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma program
• Strong proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with PC Law and/or NetDocuments (or similar DMS) an asset
• Knowledge of real estate, expropriation law, and litigation or tribunal proceedings considered advantageous (training provided for the right candidate)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a strong sense of urgency
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team

HOW TO APPLY

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, quoting Opportunity #16987 in the subject line of your email.
If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please contact your recruitment consultant directly.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Continue to visit www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.