Bilingual Legal Assistant – Tax Law

McCarthy Tétrault

. Preparing, editing, formatting, printing, scanning and revising correspondence, memoranda, large transaction documents, reports, forms, labels and other printed material through dictation, copy typing or other instructions, in accordance with the requirements set by the practice group.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$60,000 - CA$80,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparing, editing, formatting, printing, scanning and revising correspondence, memoranda, large transaction documents, reports, forms, labels and other printed material through dictation, copy typing or other instructions, in accordance with the requirements set by the practice group.
Coordinating and dispersing tasks to be performed by various resource groups such as the Document Specialists, Administrative Clerks, Billing Assistants, etc.
Proofreading documents and checking for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar and clarity.
Managing files including opening new files, maintaining large and complex files, and ensuring ease of reference.
Updating calendars for assigned lawyers, including their meetings, appointments, due dates and client-related activities.
Coordinating lawyer travel arrangements, including preparing itineraries and travel expense reports.
Reviewing and routing incoming mail and fax communications; preparing and processing outgoing mail and faxes.
Working with Finance to coordinate new Client and Matter openings (KYC) and assisting with expense processing.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Legal Assistant diploma or college certificate in office administration or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or as an assistant with experience ideally acquired in a professional services environment.
Bilingualism French/English is required.
In-depth knowledge of tax, business and legal terminology.
Strong attention to detail, along with superior PowerPoint and word processing abilities, as well as excellent spelling, proofreading, and editing skills.
Capacity to perform duties with speed and accuracy.
Strong time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure to meet important deadlines.
Demonstrated skill in collaboration and the capacity to effectively function within a team setting.
Ability to follow up on files and manage delays with minimal supervision, as well as to proactively identify additional support needs.
High level of discretion and confidentiality.
Flexibility to occasionally work overtime.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm and wellness and technology reimbursements.
Comprehensive wellbeing support, including access to Dialogue for confidential mental health support, virtual healthcare assistance, and proactive wellness resources for you.
Competitive compensation, paid overtime and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday.
Commitment to learning and growth, with ongoing professional development opportunities for people at all levels.
Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
A supportive, collaborative culture that values contribution, accountability and shared success across legal and business teams.

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Hard Skills & Tools

legal terminologyproofreadingeditingword processingPowerPointfile managementcalendar managementtravel coordinationKYCexpense processing

Soft Skills

attention to detailtime managementorganizational skillsmulti-taskingcollaborationdiscretionconfidentialityability to work under pressureproactive support identificationflexibility

Certifications

Legal Assistant diplomacollege certificate in office administration