Job Description

Legal Assistant - Litigation (1+ Years Experience)

Location:

Yonge & Sheppard (Sheppard Centre), North York - directly on the Sheppard Subway Line

We are seeking a motivated

Litigation Legal Assistant

with

1+ years of experience

to join our team. Experience in

Personal Injury

law is preferred. Proficiency with

PC-Law

and

Prima-Fact

is required.

Qualifications

Legal Assistant Diploma Strong ability to work with speed and accuracy Excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines Attention to detail with the ability to spot errors others may overlook Superior proofreading and editing skills

Responsibilities

Drafting LAT applications, correspondence, and legal documents Demonstrating a working knowledge of the Accident Benefits system Managing files in PC-Law, including opening and maintaining files Organizing and managing documents usingPrima-Fact Compiling Affidavits of Documents Preparing and issuing accounts, and processing invoices Handling copying, scanning, filing, and general document management Scheduling discoveries, mediations, trials, and other key events Communicating with clients regarding appointments and file updates Contacting the Courts and other parties as needed Working independently with minimal supervision Understanding and adhering to the Rules of Civil Procedure,limitation periods, and deadlines

What's in It for You

Opportunity to gain hands-on litigation experience Relaxed and supportive work environment Engaging and sophisticated legal work Convenient location directly on the subway line Competitive compensation package including a health care plan
If you are detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a litigation practice, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care
Application question(s):

Do you reside in the Greater Toronto area?
Experience:

legal assistant: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person