Legal Assistant, Litigation

Miller Thomson•Vaughan, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role assists the practice of Legal Professionals through the provision of secretarial, clerical and administrative support. Legal Assistant's work with team members to provide excellent client service to both internal and external parties.

Requirements

Community College Certificate or Diploma, or equivalent combination of experience.
A minimum of 3+ years' experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant.
Intermediate knowledge of the Civil Rules, procedures and practices.
Experience with Civil Litigation court procedures and practices.
Strong attention to detail with the flexibility to accommodate work demands.
Excellent organizational/follow-up skills.
Proofreading and accuracy are required.
Proficient knowledge of computer applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
Excellent ability to learn new computer applications.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion when necessary.
Knowledge in legal Accounting software.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge with Mediation procedures and practices is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Provides administrative support which includes proofreading, revision and preparation of documentation under the instruction of the legal professionals and transcription of data from various sources (eg voicemail, dictation, etc.).
Acts as a liaison between relevant internal and/or external parties. Routes or answers routine correspondence to relevant parties.
Provides clerical, administrative and general office support including, but not limited to, scanning, photocopying, faxing, scheduling and calendar management, receives/places phone calls with internal and/or external parties, mail, organizes travel arrangements, and scans PDF documents.
Provides billing support with respect to accounting and invoicing clients as required. This includes review of pre-bills, making corrections or advising Accounting to make corrections and mailing out final bill under a cover letter. Prepare expense requisitions etc..
Creates and maintains physical and electronic files in accordance with standard procedures, including opening and closing files, conflict searches, etc.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks’ Vacation and 10 Personal Days
A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
Flexible working options
Maternity Leave Top-up
A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan
An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options
Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family
A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being
Professional Development opportunities
Employee appreciation events
Charitable giving programs