Preparing, editing, formatting, printing, scanning and revising correspondence, memoranda, litigation documents, reports, forms, labels and other printed material through dictation, copy typing or other instructions, in accordance with the requirements set by the practice group.
Assisting lawyers in the preparation and coordination of hearings and trials; recording and monitoring court appearance dates, pleadings and filing requirements.
Managing files including: opening new files, maintaining large and complex files, developing, maintaining and utilizing an orderly filing and retrieval system to ensure ease of reference to historical paper or electronic records.
Coordinating lawyer travel arrangements, including preparing itineraries and travel expense reports.
Assisting with the preparation and finalization of time entry on a daily basis according to firm standards in preparation for Billing Assistant to process.

Legal Assistant Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, court rules and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and superior word processing, spelling, proofreading and editing skills.
Capacity to perform duties with speed and accuracy.
Strong time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure to meet important deadlines.
Ability to follow-up on files and delays with minimal supervision.
High level of discretion and confidentiality.
Flexibility to occasionally work overtime.

Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm and wellness and technology reimbursements.
Comprehensive wellbeing support, including access to Dialogue for confidential mental health support, virtual healthcare assistance, and proactive wellness resources for you.
Competitive compensation, paid overtime and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday.
Commitment to learning and growth, with ongoing professional development opportunities for people at all levels.
Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
A supportive, collaborative culture that values contribution, accountability and shared success across legal and business teams.

Legal Assistant – Litigation

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