Job Description

Oatley Vigmond LLP is Ontario's Personal Injury Law Firm. We are currently seeking a Full-time Legal Assistant Level II to join our Barrie Office on a 16-month contract.

Job Summary

The Legal Assistant Level II will have knowledge of tort law and court processes, and have the ability to handle confidential information with integrity, discretion and diplomacy. The daily duties of the job may include, but are not limited to:

- Managing charts and calendars.

- Drafting various correspondences.

- Scanning various documents.

- Requesting, tracking and organizing medical bills and reports.

- Preparing and serving Affidavit of Documents and Trial Records.

- Preparing for and attending Team Meetings.

- Scheduling Examinations for Discovery.

- Assisting with Trial preparation when necessary.

- Reviewing, requesting and serving various documents.

- Completing various tasks relating to court.

Qualifications and Skills

- Minimum two years experience in the role of Legal Assistant or Law Clerk.

- College Diploma in related field.

- Knowledge of tort law and court processes.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

- Strong command of the English language and superior communication skills (both verbal and written).

- Exceptional organization and time management skills.

- Great adaptability skills and the ability to work under pressure.

- Excellent attention to detail skills.

- Proactive problem-solving skills and possess excellent interpersonal and client service skills.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply in confidence to Pearl Graham at pgraham@oatleyvigmond.com. Please include a cover letter, resume and reference letters if available.

We thank all candidates for their interest in Oatley Vigmond; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Oatley Vigmond is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds. We provide a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

For more information about our firm, please visit our website at www.oatleyvigmond.com.

Benefits:

Company events Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Barrie, ON L4M 6C1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you legally allowed to work in Canada ?
Work Location: In person