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Toronto | 2 + Years

Our client, a boutique Insurance Law Firm is looking to add a Legal Assistant to their team.

Job Summary: The Legal Assistant is responsible for supporting a minimum of one (1) Associate/Partner. Along with the varied tasks that come with the position, this fast-paced environment allows a motivated and organized person to succeed. From time to time, you may be required to assist other Associates or Partners. The ideal candidate would be someone highly organized, who takes initiative and can manage working for a busy senior partner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• File management including postings into file.
• Maintain files in an efficient and effective manner.
• Complies/assembles/updates briefs.
• Liaises with court registry personnel and other parties regarding schedules.
• Enters counsel’s time into Accounting Software within deadlines as required.
• Files/photocopies/scans/bind.
• Updates/index/post/file documents/ Document Software.
• Prepare standard correspondence.
• Maintain Lawyers’ appointments calendar
• Proofread documents and checks for appropriate formatting, spelling, and grammar.
• Prepares and updates counsel’s case lists.
• Schedules/books examination for discovery, mediation, etc.
• Receives, opens and prioritize incoming mail; and
• Prepares materials for distribution via mail, fax, courier, etc.

Skills and Specifications

• Collaborative mindset with a focus on both individual and team success
• Strong multi-tasking, organizational and client management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
• Knowledge of compiling and filing court records
• Fast-paced environment – must be able to work well under pressure
• Ability to listen to indented details effectively

Educational and Qualifications

• 2-3 years of direct work experience as a Legal Assistant or similar experience
• Accident Benefit and Defence TORT experience will be considered an asset
• Certificate or Diploma in a legal admin or law clerk program considered an asset

For more information or to submit your CV to kgauthier@zsa.ca reference #33544