Torys LLP

Legal Assistant, Litigation

Torys LLP

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Montreal • Canada

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About the role

  • 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.

Requirements

  • Legal secretary/assistant certificate/diploma or paralegal designation
  • Minimum 5 years previous experience as a litigation legal assistant
  • Experience with class action and civil cases required
  • Excellent knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, as well as with procedures in various courts
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with Summation would be an asset
  • Experience working in a document management system
  • Fluent in French and English.
Benefits
  • Hybrid work model
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
document preparationlegal document revisiontranscriptiondocket entryexpense report preparationclient filing system managementcalendar managementtravel itinerary arrangementknowledge of Rules of Civil Procedureexperience with class action and civil cases
Soft Skills
organizational skillscommunication skillsattention to detailproblem-solving skillsinterpersonal skills
Certifications
legal secretary certificateparalegal designation