Legal Assistant - Insurance Defence
Legal Assistant - Insurance Defence Litigation
Downtown Toronto
Hybrid work model - 2 days In Office
Our client, a well established and highly regarded law firm located in the core of downtown Toronto is hiring!
They are looking for a Legal Assistant with strong administrative skills with a solid understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure to support two lawyers.
The role requires an individual with a professional attitude who will provide support to the lawyers with an emphasis on delivery of excellent service to our clients. To succeed in this role you will need the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision as well as demonstrate discretion with strong organizational and communication skills.
Primary Responsibilities- Preparation of correspondence, spreadsheets and other documents using various software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel etc.
- Monitor deadlines
- Ensure court filings are completed in a timely manner
- Scheduling, examinations for discovery, motion, mediations and settlement conferences etc.
- Ensure electronic filing is organized and up to date,
- Monitor digital dictation
- Draft correspondence
- Assist with the preparation and/or assembly of litigation and court documents including affidavits, notices, motion records, factums and book of authorities.
- Uploading all documents to Case Lines.
- Maintain up-to-date contact information
- Other administrative duties as required.
- Minimum 3 years working as a legal assistant,
- Insurance Defence experience is an asset,
- Post secondary education in legal administration or equivalent,
- Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office, Pro Law and ACL
- Flexible and dependable with ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Demonstrates discretion, sound judgement and diplomacy in dealing with confidential matters.
- Professional and team-oriented with strong interpersonal and client service skills.
Apply today!
We thank all applicants for their interest in this role however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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