Job Description

Montpetit celebrates 40 years and says THANK YOU!

We are offering our job seekers* an entry into a draw to win $ 10000 . Details and rules: https://www.groupemontpetit.com/en/conditions-of-participation-to-the-contest

*To our job seekers to whom we will find a job during the period from March 6th, 2023 to March 5th, 2024.


Legal Assistant - Class Actions

You have experience in litigation and are interested in class action suits? This is a great opportunity for you to join a reputable law firm!

Our client a national firm, is looking for a versatile assistant who thrives on various tasks. A stimulating work environment, within a tightknit team awaits you!

Located in downtown Montreal, this employer, who stands out for their professionalism, offers a pleasant and dynamic work environment as well as competitive compensation and benefits.

Don\'t wait any longer, apply now!

YOUR ROLE

As a legal assistant in litigation, you will be called upon to cooperate daily with the class action department\'s lawyers.

Your responsibilities will include:
- Prepare the usual procedures in litigation;
- Manage litigation deadlines, calculate and add them to the calendar;
- Manage lawyers\' agendas and keep track of deadlines;
- Provide assistance in the organization of examinations;
- Proofread and update documents and correspondence to verify compliance with legal procedures and grammatical use;
- Manage the opening, paper and electronic filing, follow-up and organization of files;

REQUIRED SKILLS

- DVS in Secretarial Studies, DCS in Paralegal Technology or any other combination of relevant training/experience
- Experience in a litigation legal assistant role
- Good bilingualism required, spoken and written
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Organisational skills and good management of priorities
- Autonomy, rigour and meticulousness
- Great attention to detail, professionalism and dynamism
- Team spirit, customer service orientation and good interpersonal skills

This position is for you!
Please send us your application now at: cv@groupemontpetit.com , specifying the offer number: 23-0230P .

*Please note only candidates meeting the job requirements will be contacted. We thank you for your trust in us.
*Coaching services are offered, fees not included.

Groupe Montpetit

Montpetit Group is a leading recruitment and placement firm specializing in serving the legal sector from support staff to management, from specialized professions to senior ranks. Montpetit Group has developed and maintained successful partnerships...

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