Legal Assistant – Litigation
Support litigation lawyers at a renowned law firm in a stimulating, structured, and supportive environment. This is a permanent position based in Montreal, offering a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and excellent benefits from day one.
What is in it for you:
• Annual salary between $65.000 and $75.000.
• Permanent full-time position (35 hours/week, 5 days).
• In-person onboarding followed by a transition to a hybrid work model.
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office per week.
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage starting on the first day, fully paid by the employer for you and your dependents (life, disability, dental, vision, prescription drugs, extended healthcare, travel insurance, etc.).
• 5% employer contribution to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
• 4 to 5 weeks of paid vacation per year, in addition to 11 public holidays and 1 floating day.
• Unlimited personal days.
• $1.000 wellness expense reimbursement.
• Health and wellness program, including employee assistance, mental health support, and telemedicine.
• Training and education program up to $1.000 per year.
• Corporate discounts on various products and services.
• A collaborative professional environment where team members from all backgrounds are valued and encouraged to contribute.
• Socially engaged firm: community donations and pro bono legal services.
• Multiple social events and activities throughout the year.
Responsibilities:
• Draft correspondence, prepare and revise legal documents.
• Manage deadlines, schedule meetings and appointments, and maintain lawyers’ calendars.
• Organize lawyers’ travel arrangements and bookings.
• Review and proofread documents for grammar, formatting, and compliance with legal and firm branding requirements.
• Manage files and documents using various storage and archiving platforms (Closing Folders, Sharefile, virtual data rooms, etc.).
• Assist lawyers with business development projects and maintain the professional relationships database.
• Process data (time entries, expenses) and open new files.
• Liaise with clients, colleagues, internal departments (including the Business Centre), and external parties.
• Follow up on billing in collaboration with billing coordinators.
• Transcribe dictations, audio notes, and recordings.
• Participate in the onboarding of new team members.
Litigation-Specific Tasks:
• Finalize court documents for service and filing, as needed.
• Communicate and coordinate with bailiffs and court representatives.
• Monitor deadlines related to legal proceedings.
• Participate in swearing-in activities, if required.
• Perform any other related administrative tasks.
What you will need to succeed:
• Attestation of College Studies (AEC) in Legal Secretarial Studies or a Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Office Technology.
• DEC in Paralegal Technology is an asset.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience, including in a professional services firm.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures in Quebec is an asset.
• Familiarity with proceedings in the Federal Court, the Tax Court of Canada, and the Supreme Court of Canada is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Team spirit, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to show initiative, motivation, and anticipate needs.
• Ability to manage priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Discretion, critical thinking, and sound judgment.
• Bilingual in English and French to support clients in both languages.
Why Recruit Action?
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