Junior Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

Junior Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

Are you ready to kickstart your legal career in a collaborative and dynamic environment? Our Client is seeking a motivated Junior Legal Assistant with a minimum of 1 year experience in civil litigation, and a background in employment and labour law is a definite asset. This role offers the best of both worlds, with just 2 days a week in office and 3 from home. Join a supportive team where your growth is the priority, and gain hands-on experience that will set you up for success in your legal journey. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

Salary: Up to $60K

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
• 1+ year(s) Civil Litigation legal experience. Employment Law experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with the Rules of Civil Procedure and other relevant Board and/or Tribunal processes and procedures
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner
• Ability to exercise good judgment and secure confidential information
• 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