Legal Assistant - Litigation (Indigenous Law)

Aird & Berlis LLP•Toronto, ON

66d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s and Vancouver’s financial districts. With over 250 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally. The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service, your career and your life. Aird & Berlis LLP is looking to fill an open vacancy for a Legal Assistant to support a team in our Indigenous Practice Law Group. The successful candidate should have knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure and knowledge of procedures related to Regulatory Bodies, the Federal Court of Canada and Ontario Superior Court of Justice. Prior experience or knowledge of Aboriginal/Indigenous Law is considered an asset. If you have high energy, strong technical skills, are skilled at managing shifting priorities and demands, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, this role would be a good fit for you.

Requirements

Minimum of five years’ previous experience as a Legal Assistant in Litigation
Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
Strong knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure
Knowledge of procedures related to Regulatory Bodies, the Federal Court of Canada, and Ontario Superior Court of Justice
Experience with Alberta and British Columbia courts and knowledge of Aboriginal/Indigenous Law would be considered an asset
Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands
Microsoft 365 suite of applications
Ability to problem solve
Good judgement and decision making
Strong interpersonal skills
Organized
Resourceful
Detailed

Nice To Haves

Experience with Alberta and British Columbia courts and knowledge of Aboriginal/Indigenous Law would be considered an asset

Responsibilities

Independently manage the daily operation of a team of legal professionals who represent Indigenous clients with a primary practice focus in Aboriginal/Indigenous Law, including, Indigenous rights litigation and the negotiation and implementation of modern day treaties and self-government as well as Environmental, Regulatory, Administrative and Constitutional Law
Prepare, edit, and complete all necessary correspondence, documentation, and related materials
Prepare documents for Regulatory Boards and Tribunals
Assist with the finalization of various litigation documents for all court levels including Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta courts, the Federal Court of Canada, and the Supreme Court of Canada; including but not limited to motion records, pleadings, notices, affidavits, affidavits of documents, and bill of costs
Assist with file organization and general practice management for the one Partner and two associates (e.g., saving notes, file naming, etc.)
Complex calendar management, including, overseeing meeting requests and coordinating with Indigenous clients with respect to booking calls and meetings
Maintain accurate records of CPD hours, including tracking, updating, and submitting necessary information
Manage professional licenses and certifications, ensuring timely renewals and compliance with regulatory requirements across the Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, and Yukon law societies
Booking travel and accommodation for client meetings as required
Manage duties related to accounting (dockets, bills, expenses, etc.)
Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients, court staff and lawyers’ offices
Handle daily administrative details
Produce the highest quality of work
Accountable for all work assigned
Take initiative
Confidential