<p>We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant with a strong background in Insurance Defence to join our client in Toronto, Ontario. This is a long-term contract position that offers a hybrid work model, requiring in-office presence at least two days a week. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of three years of experience in legal administration, possess excellent organizational skills, and demonstrate a solid understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure. This role will be supporting a lawyer, and an associate. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Track and manage deadlines, ensuring timely preparation and submission of legal responses.</p><p>• Draft, review, and proofread correspondence, legal documents, and forms, including communication with clients and opposing counsel.</p><p>• Coordinate and schedule legal proceedings, such as discoveries, motions, mediations, and settlement conferences.</p><p>• Prepare and organize briefs, records, and other legal materials for court filings and client meetings.</p><p>• Create and finalize releases, consents, orders, and settlement disclosure notices.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and organized physical and electronic filing systems.</p><p>• Operate office equipment to fax, scan, photocopy, and bind legal documents as needed.</p><p>• Manage digital dictation and transcription tasks efficiently.</p><p>• Provide administrative support by adhering to client protocols and firm procedures, and updating the lawyer’s calendar.</p><p>• Perform additional legal and administrative duties as assigned to support the team.</p>
<p><strong>We are partnering with an excellent organization looking to add an Estate & Corporate Legal Assistant to their team. This is a full-time/permanent role working hybrid.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Competitive salary (70-75K)</p><p>-Full benefits + RRSP matching</p><p>-3/4 weeks vacation + 12 personal days</p><p>-Hybrid work model (1 day on site)</p><p>-Great culture</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Ensure full compliance with the firm’s system, maintaining client files so that they are current, accurately documented, regularly closed, and properly coordinated for off-site storage with office clerks.</p><p>• Oversee billing and collections, including preparation of pre-bills, monthly invoice coordination, ongoing review of work-in-progress and aged accounts receivable, and proactive follow-up on outstanding payments.</p><p>• Support lawyer billing by verifying the accuracy of time entries and related details before approval, and entering lawyers’ time records when required.</p><p>• Manage all incoming and outgoing communications (telephone, email, mail), and process courier shipments to guarantee timely, professional delivery of documents and correspondence.</p><p>• Maintain systematic, organized filing—both paper and electronic—in line with firm protocols.</p><p>• Coordinate administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, preparing supporting materials, updating calendars, and processing expense claims.</p><p>• Facilitate conflict searches and assist with file openings by gathering client identification and deposit information, preparing retainer agreements, and acquiring necessary signatures.</p><p>• Administer trust account duties including cheque requisition, payment information collection, and preparation and review of trust statements.</p><p>• Perform general assistant responsibilities such as document scanning and providing day-to-day administrative support to lawyers.</p>
<p><strong>We are partnering with a client that's looking for a Bilingual Litigation Legal Assistant to join their organization. This is a full-time/permanent role. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Competitive salary (65-80K)</p><p>-Full benefits + RRSP matching</p><p>-3 weeks vacation with 3 PTO</p><p>-Hybrid (2 days on site)</p><p>-Excellent culture</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Maintain and update lawyers' calendars, ensuring timely reminders for meetings and appointments.</p><p>• Schedule and coordinate meetings, book conference rooms, and arrange refreshments while liaising with internal and external attendees.</p><p>• Organize travel arrangements, including bookings and related details, in collaboration with the support team.</p><p>• Handle administrative tasks such as photocopying, printing, managing couriers, and sending correspondence.</p><p>• Open and close legal files, oversee filing systems, and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Conduct and coordinate conflict of interest research as required.</p><p>• Utilize efficient systems to manage and complete both short- and long-term tasks within deadlines.</p><p>• Assist with marketing efforts, including preparing pitches and presentations to support lawyers.</p><p>• Monitor emails and mail, ensuring client correspondence is appropriately directed or handled in the absence of the lawyer.</p><p>• Facilitate communication between lawyers and administrative support departments as needed.</p>
<p>Ready for a new permanent Legal Administrative Assistant role where you will make a direct impact? Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly respected long-standing Western Canadian law firm to find a talented LAA to join their Litigation team in Vancouver.</p><p>This is a confidential search for our client one of the leaders in the local legal market for over a century known for their focus on excellence and integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>About the Opportunity</p><p><br></p><p>You will primarily support two Lawyers in a busy Litigation practice with a focus on commercial litigation, health and environmental law matter.</p><p>Your core responsibilities will be essential to keeping the practice running smoothly. managing day to day workflow scheduling trials BF management expenses prebills drafting documents letters notices of application running conflict searches and managing files from start to finish.</p><p>This is a permanent position and an excellent chance to establish yourself with a prestigious firm. The previous incumbent is transitioning to a different desk upon their return.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
Key Responsibilities: Billing: Respond promptly to requests from lawyers, clients, and administrative staff related to Work In Progress (WIP), Accounts Receivable (A/R), billing reconciliations, trust balances, and cash applications. Process A/R write-offs in accordance with lawyer requests. Edit and finalize accounts as per lawyer/client instructions; support month-end billing. Review and maintain client fee structures, implement rate changes, and ensure all billing requests and invoices comply with firm policies. Prepare and submit electronic bills in LEDES format using e-Billing Hub and related platforms. Set up new clients for e-Billing in 3E and e-Billing Hub systems. Review client guidelines, establish billing rules in 3E, and deliver training for lawyers/assistants on the process. Submit client rate/status reports and accruals via various e-billing portals. Track electronic bill status, investigate rejections/deductions, and coordinate resolutions. Proactively review WIP and initiate WIP write-offs. Provide ongoing e-billing process training to legal assistants as required. General Accounting: Identify, apply, and process different payment types to settle client accounts. Monitor timecards, accurately post time, and assist in cleaning up outstanding or older timecards. Investigate inactive trust balances; recommend corrective actions to responsible lawyers and facilitate returning funds appropriately. Perform other general accounting tasks as assigned by leadership. Qualifications: Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant field. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting, ideally within the legal sector. At least 2 years of billing experience in a law firm environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word); prior experience with 3E, e-Billing Hub, or enterprise-level accounting systems is an asset. Strong client service orientation; proven ability to manage multiple, concurrent client needs. Excellent spoken and written communication skills; able to interact effectively with all levels of the organization. Demonstrated initiative, proactivity, and results-driven approach. Sound judgment; able to handle confidential information with discretion. Effective team collaborator with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Exceptionally detail-oriented, efficient, and organized. Flexible to work overtime as necessary (i.e., during month-end and year-end cycles). Success Factors: Conducts oneself in accordance with firm values and fosters a respectful, positive working environment. Exhibits a team player mindset and a proactive approach to challenges. Adheres closely to all firm policies and internal control procedures. Maintains high accuracy and attention to detail while managing large volumes of work. Rapidly grasps new requirements and demonstrates initiative in seeking solutions. Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to resolve day-to-day issues.
<p>Our client in the Mortgage and Investment sector is looking to add a talented Mortgage Admin to their team. The organization is expanding its administrative team to provide additional support to the President and the Mortgage Administration group. This is a newly created position designed to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure consistent executive coverage during busy periods.</p><p><br></p><p>Day in the Life:</p><ul><li>Start the day reviewing and organizing the President’s inbox, flagging key priorities.</li><li>Manage inbound calls and emails from clients, brokers, and legal partners.</li><li>Prepare mortgage funding and payout documentation.</li><li>Support a small, close-knit admin team with general office duties, scanning, and filing.</li><li>Assist with scheduling, document prep, and light correspondence on behalf of the President.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely, accurate administrative support across departments.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Let's Talk About a Better Fit.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s be honest: finding a truly better law firm fit in Vancouver is tough when you're already swamped with billable hours.</p><p>At Robert Half Legal, we simplify the process. We’re not just trying to fill one specific job opening; we're constantly running a confidential search for Associates (2+ years post-call) who feel they're ready for the next level—whether that means a better firm culture, clearer partnership path, or simply better compensation.</p><p>We work directly with the Partners and Managing Directors at dozens of firms—from small, high-growth boutiques to major national offices. If there's an excellent, unadvertised opportunity out there that fits your goals, we know about it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Where We Are Seeing Openings</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking solid Associates across all major areas. If you have 2+ years of experience running files in any of these groups, we should talk:</p><ul><li>Corporate & Commercial: M& A, Private Transactions, Securities, and General Business Law.</li><li>Commercial Litigation: Defence, Insurance, Construction, and Dispute Resolution.</li><li>Real Estate: High-level Commercial Real Estate, Development, and Finance.</li><li>Labour & Employment: Advisory and Litigation.</li><li>Specialty Areas: Technology, Intellectual Property, and Family/Estates.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Corporate Services Associate to join our client, a Financial Services leader in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will play an integral part in supporting operational needs and optimizing business processes, as well as ensuring smooth delivery of corporate services. The ideal Corporate Services Associate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate across teams to drive efficiency and compliance.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities of Corporate Services Associate:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Business Partnership & Operational Alignment:</strong> Build robust relationships across departments to understand needs, tailor solutions, manage vendors/contractors, partner with Finance, Procurement, and Legal, and contribute to operational effectiveness.</li><li><strong>Subject Matter Expertise & Compliance:</strong> Clearly communicate technical concepts; advise on business operations; ensure building regulation compliance; leverage financial trends to align services with market developments.</li><li><strong>Facilities Oversight & Maintenance:</strong> Track maintenance projects by safety/cost/impact, oversee contractors, conduct property inspections, manage supply inventory, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting.</li><li><strong>Business Continuity & Risk Mitigation:</strong> Act as Business Continuity Coordinator, test and review risk procedures, monitor regulatory/industry changes, and maintain crisis management readiness.</li><li><strong>Specific Duties:</strong> Office equipment & appliance procurement, stationery and supply management (including cross-office liaison), business mobile contract and invoice handling, access/security control (cards, keys, alarm), corporate insurance and Visa account management, document archival, hotel and travel logistics, event/meeting-catering coordination, and emergency resolution.</li><li><strong>Corporate Real Estate & Project Management:</strong> Represent the business for vendor contracts (using Coupa, Oracle, SAP), coordinate office space planning, expense management, tenant/lease agreements, disaster recovery site management, and lead facilities projects, budgets, and schedules.</li></ul>
<p><strong>We are partnering with an excellent Crown Corporation that's looking to add a bilingual HR Coordinator to their team. This is a full-time/permanent role.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Comprehensive benefits package</p><p>-Pension + 3 weeks vacation/sick days </p><p>-Hybrid (1 day on site/weekly) + flex hours</p><p>-Excellent culture and leadership team </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>-Deliver thorough administrative support to different parties, and provide assistance to other Human Resources team members as required.</p><p>-Partner with colleagues throughout the organization to coordinate and advance HR initiatives and special projects.</p><p>-Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and facilitating reference checks.</p><p>-Coordinate onboarding activities for new employees to promote a seamless integration into the organization.</p><p>-Maintain precise, confidential employee records in line with organizational policies and legal standards.</p><p>-Administer HR document management by organizing, archiving, and appropriately disposing of records according to established procedures.</p><p>-Ensure data accuracy and reliability within the Human Capital Management platform to optimize HR functions.</p><p>-Monitor and report on progress against the HR Branch work plan, supporting timely completion of tasks and strategic objectives.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Insurance Defence Law Clerk with 3–5 years of experience to join our client. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. This role requires a detail oriented attitude and a commitment to providing outstanding support to lawyers and clients. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u> Key Responsibilities</u></strong> </p><p><br></p><ul><li>Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, judgments, orders, statements of defence, cross-claims, third-party claims, and motion materials. </li><li>Ensure proper service of all documents to relevant parties. Prepare briefs, evidence summaries, and bills of costs. </li><li>Review and organize new file materials from clients. </li><li>Summarize transcripts of examinations for discovery and manage undertakings and refusals. </li><li>Communicate with counsel to ensure receipt of all productions, including liability and damage productions. </li><li>Organize and summarize productions; draft affidavits of documents and review all parties’ affidavits. </li><li>Act as a liaison between clients and lawyers for day-to-day matters. Maintain compliance with firm policies and file management procedures. Docket time and manage billing accurately. </li><li>Prioritize and manage deadlines effectively. Perform administrative duties as required. </li><li>Qualifications 3–5 years of experience as a Law Clerk in Insurance Defence litigation. </li><li>Law Clerk Diploma from a recognized college. </li><li>Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and court forms. </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills. </li><li>Ability to support an experienced associate Lawyer Highly organized with strong time management skills; able to multitask and meet deadlines. </li><li>Ability to work independently and take direction effectively. </li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and ability to process high volumes of documentation. Proficiency in ACL, ProLaw, Kofax PDF, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Flexible and dependable with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. detail oriented, team-oriented, and committed to delivering superior client service.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with an established client seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Administrator who brings expertise in Accounts Payable (AP), Human Resources, and ADP Workforce Now. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to play a critical role in both financial and people operations.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable (AP)</strong></p><ul><li>Process all AP transactions including purchase orders, invoices, expense reports, and payment requests, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.</li><li>Review and reconcile vendor accounts; resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Maintain and update AP systems, enforcing compliance with internal policies and relevant accounting principles.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting related to payables.</li><li>Manage the AP inbox and respond professionally to all vendor inquiries.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Human Resources Support</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with HR team members on payroll processing, benefits administration, onboarding, and employee data management.</li><li>Support compliance efforts with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Help maintain accurate employee records per company and legal standards.</li><li>Assist with HR audits, ad-hoc reporting, and special projects.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>ADP Workforce Now Expertise</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the go-to resource for ADP Workforce Now inquiries and troubleshooting.</li><li>Ensure employee information is accurate—including job titles, compensation, tax, and direct deposit data.</li><li>Run payroll reports, track time-off accruals, and monitor data integrity within ADP Workforce Now.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Paralegal, Privacy & Compliance (Remote – Calgary Area)</strong></p><p>A Canadian technology company in the cybersecurity and identity space is seeking a <strong>Paralegal, Privacy & Compliance</strong> to support legal, privacy, and contract operations. The role offers remote work within Canada, with occasional in-person meetings in Calgary.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Review and redline commercial and SaaS contracts, focusing on privacy and data security terms.</li><li>Coordinate with external counsel and advise on compliance-related redlines.</li><li>Support privacy and security programs, including SOC 2 documentation and client due diligence.</li><li>Research and interpret global privacy regulations such as GDPR.</li><li>Maintain contract records, manage document control, and assist with IP and general corporate matters.</li></ul>
