Torys LLP

Legal Assistant

• Provide administrative and document-related support to principals
• Prepare draft pleadings, court documents, memoranda and routine correspondence
• Revise standard and complex legal documents and correspondence as instructed
• Troubleshoot and repair problems with corrupt and/or converted documents
• Prepare transcription of written or recorded documents
• Compile documents such as Motion Records, Affidavit of Documents, Factums, and Appeal Book
• Arrange for service and filing of documents with the court
• Enter dockets, prepare monthly accounts and expense reports for review and approval
• Organize and maintain client filing system (both paper and electronic) and ensure records are up to date in the firm’s document management system
• Maintain and update calendar and contact information
• Arrange flight schedules and travel itineraries as requested
• Other administrative responsibilities as required including greeting clients, answering incoming calls, photocopying, scanning, collecting and sorting mail, binding documents, cheque requisitions, and assisting with boardroom set up.

Legal Assistant, Litigation

Attorney

• Prepare draft pleadings, court documents, briefs and routine correspondence
• Review standard and complex legal documents and correspondence according to provided instructions
• Process converted or corrupted documents and resolve related issues
• Prepare transcriptions of statements and written or recorded materials
• Compile various documents, including motion records, affidavits of documents, briefs and appeal records
• Arrange service and filing of documents with the courts
• Record time entries by file number; prepare monthly statements and fee accounts for review and approval
• Organize and maintain client filing systems (paper and electronic); ensure files are kept current in the firm’s document management system
• Maintain and update calendars and contact records (contact lists)
• Manage flight and travel itinerary requests as needed
• Perform other administrative tasks as required, including greeting clients, handling incoming calls, photocopying, scanning, collecting and sorting mail, binding documents, preparing cheque requests and setting up meeting rooms

Legal Assistant, Litigation

Litigation Legal Assistant