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Your new role

• Preparing, drafting, revising, and formatting legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, motion materials, and court filings.
• Managing litigation files from opening through to resolution.
• Coordinating discoveries, mediations, pre-trials, hearings, motions, and trials.
• Maintaining lawyers' calendars and managing critical deadlines.
• Preparing and filing documents through the Ontario Courts' electronic filing systems.
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, experts, court offices, and third-party service providers.
• Organizing and maintaining physical and electronic file materials.
• Reviewing documents for accuracy, formatting, and compliance with court requirements.
• Monitoring limitation periods and ensuring adherence to the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Providing general administrative and litigation support as required.

What you'll need to succeed

• A Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent education.
• A minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience within a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Experience supporting lawyers in civil and/or commercial litigation matters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience with document management software and electronic court filing platforms.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A professional, client-service-oriented approach and a collaborative mindset.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience ranging from $70,000-80,000
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• RRSP matching program.
• Generous vacation entitlement and paid personal days.
• A hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exposure to sophisticated and challenging litigation matters.
• A collegial and supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to build a long-term career with one of Toronto's leading law firms.

What you need to do now

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