JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This role is essential in ensuring that our operations run smoothly and efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a law firm or legal department in Ontario is required.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience with Civil Litigation preferred.
• Experience and/or knowledge of The Provincial Offences Act (POA) and The Highway Traffic Act (HTA) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the commercial motor vehicle industry and CVOR is considered a strong asset.
• Strong interviewing skills to effectively communicate with clients and gather pertinent information.
• Ability to perform data entry accurately and efficiently while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Bookkeeping experience considered an asset
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office 365
• High School Diploma required.
• Completion of a Post Secondary program from accredited school in Ontario is required.
  Selected candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check.
  If you are passionate about the law and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our legal team!
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 37.50 per week

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• Legal Assistant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Assist Lawyer, Paralegal, and Office Manager in daily tasks such as booking client appointments, client intake, file creation, and drafting and filing legal documents.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.
• Manage project timelines and deadlines, coordinating with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Provide administrative support, including filing, organizing, copying, and/or scanning documents.
• Assist in file reminders for both staff and clients.
• Answer phones, take messages and forward to appropriate staff.
• Email communications with clients, including file updates and payment reminders.