Employment and Labour Litigation Assistant

Legal Assistant for Labour & Employment Litigation

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented legal assistant with a strong background in litigation to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your experience and initiative will be highly valued.

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• Draft, proofread, serve, and file legal documents with precision and accuracy;
• Transcribe and format correspondence and legal materials;
• Manage multiple lawyers' practices and prioritize their administrative needs;
• Prepare special reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing data;
• Maintain both physical and electronic filing systems;
• Prepare bills of costs and handle related documentation;
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and monitor email communications;
• Use sound judgment to proactively support lawyers with administrative tasks;
• Work with a variety of legal software including Caselines, ACL, Conveyancer, Teraview, and Divorcemate;
• Open and close legal files in accordance with firm procedures;
• Collaborate with other legal assistants on complex or high-volume projects;
• Provide backup support during absences and as needed;
• Take on additional duties as assigned;

Qualifications:

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• Minimum 2 years of experience in a legal assistant role, preferably with a focus on litigation;
• Demonstrated experience with labour and employment matters is preferred;
• Familiarity with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario and/or the Ontario Labour Relations Board is a strong asset;
• Excellent multitasking skills and the ability to support multiple lawyers simultaneously;
• A team-oriented mindset with outstanding verbal and written communication skills;
• Solid understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel);
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;
• Strong working knowledge of legal billing and accounting procedures;
• Diploma or certification in Legal Assistant or Law Clerk studies is considered an asset;
• Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism;

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven legal professional looking to advance their career in a supportive and professional setting.

Our client is a well-respected law firm located in downtown Toronto. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.