Employment Litigation Legal Assistant

Employment Litigation Legal Assistant

Our Client, a renowned firm in the labour and employment sector, is offering a position at their practice for an Employment Litigation Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years’ relevant experience with stellar organizational skills. The firm operates on a hybrid-model – with only two days in office – ensuring you have the balance you need to thrive! Your team at this firm is filled with skilled professionals, down-to-earth and friendly, who are always willing to help. They offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, perks and more. You can have it all – apply now!

Salary: Up to $68K

Location: York Region

Key Responsibilities

• Providing legal support to assigned lawyers
• Revising and drafting pleadings, correspondence and filing documentation with administrative Boards and Tribunals, including the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario and the Ontario Labour Relations Board, and civil courts
• Scheduling and coordinating meetings, conference calls, and court, Tribunal and/or Board appearances
• Managing deadlines
• Opening, maintaining, organizing, and closing files in a timely manner
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence
• Docketing time
• Managing assigned lawyers’ calendars and task lists
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma, Law Clerk Diploma, and/or equivalent demonstrated expertise
• 3+ years legal or Employment Law experience
• Proficiency with the Rules of Civil Procedure and other relevant Board and/or Tribunal processes and procedures
• Ability to exercise good judgment and secure confidential information
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Knowledgeable and proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint and docketing software, including PC Law/CLIO
• Experience working with a document management system within a law firm environment
• Quick learner with the ability to multi-task
• Flexible and available to work overtime when necessary

How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com.