<p>We are looking for an experienced Insurance Defence Legal Assistant to join our client in Toronto, Ontario. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone with a strong attention to detail, a solid background in legal administration, and a thorough understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting lawyers and ensuring the efficient management of legal tasks in a hybrid work environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Track deadlines, send reminders, and assist lawyers in preparing and filing timely responses.</p><p>• Draft, review, and proofread legal correspondence, documents, and forms to ensure accuracy and professionalism.</p><p>• Coordinate and schedule events such as examinations for discovery, motions, mediations, and settlement conferences.</p><p>• Prepare and organize legal briefs, records, releases, consents, and settlement disclosure notices.</p><p>• Conduct timely and accurate court filings while adhering to procedural requirements.</p><p>• Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems to ensure easy access to case information.</p><p>• Transcribe dictation and produce error-free legal documents.</p><p>• Provide administrative support, including file management, accounting tasks, and ensuring compliance with client protocols and firm procedures.</p><p>• Update and manage lawyers' calendars to keep track of appointments and deadlines.</p><p>• Perform other legal and administrative tasks as required to support daily operations.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team on a contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves providing vital support to legal professionals through administrative and organizational tasks while ensuring the smooth operation of legal processes. If you excel in managing legal documentation and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and draft affidavits of service with precision and accuracy.<br>• Provide direct assistance to lawyers, ensuring their administrative needs are met.<br>• Organize and maintain legal documents, including pleadings and litigation files.<br>• Manage calendars and schedules, coordinating appointments and deadlines effectively.<br>• Utilize case management software to track and update case information.<br>• Perform scanning, photocopying, and document preparation tasks as required.<br>• Handle legal documentation processes using tools such as Aderant and Adobe Acrobat.<br>• Navigate and utilize systems like Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) for legal filings.<br>• Support general administrative duties, ensuring the office runs efficiently.
