Job Description

Job Title: Litigation AssistantJob #: 16670Job Type: Full time, permanentLocation: TorontoSalary: $65,000Benefits: Excellent benefitsPaid Vacation: Up to 3 weeks based on experienceRemote Flexibility: Hybrid remote flexibilityClient ProfileOur client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Litigation Assistant/Clerk. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.- Mid-sized law firm specializing in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Family Law, Real Estate and Tax & Estate Planning.- Work in a collaborative team environment.- Office space located conveniently in Downtown Toronto!Duties and Responsibilities:- Supporting lawyers in all aspects of a file while taking initiative in determining next steps- Arranging discoveries and mediations and preparing all related documentation, including draft mediation brief- Preparation and substantive drafting of correspondence and legal documents (pleadings, motion records, trial briefs)- Ensuring all relevant information and documents are properly stored in our Document Management System (NetDocs) and our litigation management system (ACL)- Running accounts using our accounting software (Acumin) and using clients\xc2\x92 external accounting systems- Other duties as requiredRequirements:- Post-secondary diploma in a recognized law clerk program- University degree preferred- Minimum 5 years\xc2\x92 experience in a general litigation environment and, ideally, with insurance - defence experience- Thorough understanding of the relevant rules of court and of legal terminology- Ability to work as part of a team and to independently manage your own workload, with well-developed organizational and time management skills, and to handle changing and competing priorities- Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, including proofreading with keen attention to detail- Strong technical skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Kofax PDF)- Excellent interpersonal and client services skills

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