Litigation Legal Assistant, Anticipatory

Position: Litigation Legal Assistant, Anticipatory Opportunities - Permanent - 18680
About the Opportunity

We’re proactively connecting with skilled Litigation Legal Assistants for upcoming permanent roles in Ottawa. While there isn’t an immediate opening, we encourage enthusiastic and qualified individuals to express their interest now to be considered for future opportunities.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal and administrative documents, such as pleadings, correspondence, and other case-related paperwork

Organize and maintain physical and electronic files, manage calendars, and track deadlines

Liaise with court offices, coordinate with process servers, and assist with the filing of court documents

Perform general office duties, such as responding to client inquiries, scheduling meetings, and providing administrative assistance to lawyers

Provide case status updates to clients and maintain communication with various parties involved in a case

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

Post-secondary education in Legal Administration or related field

3+ years of experience working as a Litigation Legal Assistant, preferably in a law firm environment

Working knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (French is considered a strong asset)

Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with legal or document management systems an asset

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality

About the Job

Salary for this role will fall within the $55,000 to $80,000/year range, depending on experience.