Litigation Legal Assistant

About the Company
Forge Recruitment is currently engaged in a search for a Litigation Assistant to join our client's firm, a highly regarded, prestigious litigation firm, located in downtown Toronto.

About the Role
Supporting 2-4 lawyers, the successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight of an entirely litigious practice. Amongst other duties, the candidate will be responsible to:

• Provide support in the creation of documents and correspondence to clients, opposing counsel and third parties
• Execute court-filings
• Provide administrative support, including the completion of expense reports, courier forms, file opening and closing, photocopying, scanning, filing (electronically and physically), etc.
• Organise, maintain, and file materials according to file maintenance guidelines
• Assist in the drafting of various legal documents (I.e., pleadings, books of authority, affidavit of documents, etc.)
• Other tasks as assigned

The Offer
The firm offers a highly congenial work environment, excellent compensation, and competitive bonus programme. This is primarily a work-from-home environment, where the requirement is to be in office 1x week to support with filing; after the probationary period. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a salary of $62,000 to $80,000 per annum, depending on experience.

What You Bring
As the ideal candidate, you possess 2+ years' experience gained within a law firm environment. You have successfully completed a Legal Administrative Certificate, or Law Clerk Diploma through an accredited institution, and possess thorough understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure. You have been described as nimble, adaptable, and client-centric and thrive in a fast-paced, challenging work environment.

Next Steps
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply, in confidence. Thank you for your interest in the position and in Forge Recruitment.