Job Description

Our reputable client in Toronto is hiring a Litigation Legal Assistant to directly support law clerks and lawyers. Legal Assistants should have computer and technical knowledge as well as be strongly analytical, communication and organizational skills. This role is a contract to hire opportunity and requires working in the office 2-3 days a week!

Responsibilities:

\xc2\xb7 Organize and expedite flow of work through Lawyer\'s office

\xc2\xb7 Route or answer routine correspondence not requiring the Lawyer\'s attention and initiate follow up as required

\xc2\xb7 Review bring forwards daily

\xc2\xb7 Digital dictation of pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents according to instructions and/or precedents

\xc2\xb7 Manage the physical and electronic client files in accordance with firm policies and procedures

\xc2\xb7 Communicate with other parties to schedule appointments, court dates, hearings etc.

\xc2\xb7 Communicate with client

\xc2\xb7 Act as receptionist for Lawyer

\xc2\xb7 Maintain appointment calendars, electronically and paper

\xc2\xb7 Handle administrative detail with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, docketing, billing, etc., as specifically directed by Principal

\xc2\xb7 Update applicable databases as required

\xc2\xb7 Drafting legal court documents, such as pleadings, motions, affidavits and subpoenas; transactional documents, such as trusts, wills, contracts and real estate leases; and closing documents

\xc2\xb7 Conducting routine discovery

\xc2\xb7 Investigating the factual evidence of a transaction or case and preparing exhibits, charts and diagrams to display information

\xc2\xb7 Organizing and tracking files for important transactions or case documents, including pleadings and voluminous discovery documents; creating and maintaining a case-management database

\xc2\xb7 2+ years of previous legal work experience and a dedication to integrity

\xc2\xb7 Foundational knowledge in civil litigation

\xc2\xb7 Civil litigation experience

\xc2\xb7 Strong familiarity with Civil Litigation Law Firm

\xc2\xb7 Expertise in Civil Litigation Experience

\xc2\xb7 Experience assisting lawyers in preparing for transactional closings, depositions, hearings, trials and conferences; completing many administrative tasks, including, working on individual cases or transactions

At this dynamic, growing firm, you can take the next step in your legal career! We want to hear from anyone who is eager to work who loves working in a strong team-oriented environment.

Robert Half is the world\'s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5592. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

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