Litigation Legal Assistant

Recrute Action•Montreal, QC

63d•CA$65,000 - CA$75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Grow within a multidisciplinary law firm recognized for its litigation expertise and stimulating professional environment. Based in Montréal, this key legal support role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team in an international context, work on diverse files, benefit from a hybrid work model, and access strong professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Diploma in Legal Secretarial Studies.
3 years of experience as a legal assistant within a law firm.
Litigation experience required.
Fluency in French and English to communicate effectively with a bilingual clientele and handle documentation in both languages.
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
Ability to draft correspondence and standard documents with minimal supervision.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and draft various legal documents and professional correspondence.
Draft template letters, memoranda, and different legal procedures.
Provide support during trials, examinations, and other stages of the judicial process, and prepare the required documentation.
Interact with clients by phone and in person in a professional manner.
Schedule and coordinate client appointments.
Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems, including reminder systems.
Sort incoming mail and prepare outgoing correspondence.
Perform various administrative and related tasks as required by the team.

Benefits

Annual salary of 65K-75K, based on experience.
Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week.
Day schedule, Monday to Friday.
Full-time office presence required during the first 3 months to support onboarding and training.
Hybrid work model thereafter: 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely per week.
3 weeks of vacation upon hire, with flexibility depending on experience.
Group insurance plan (health, dental, and long-term disability) offered after 3 months.
Employee assistance program.
Subsidized fitness program.
Health and wellness activities.
Employee referral financial incentives.
Early leave on Fridays before long weekends.
Regular staff appreciation events.
Casual dress code.
Collaborative and friendly work environment focused on support and social interaction.