<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>Paralegal – General Litigation</p><p>About the Firm:</p><p> Join a general litigation boutique serving diverse clients in areas including civil litigation, labor and employment law, human rights, Aboriginal law, and corporate oversight. Our team values collaboration, professional development, and providing high-quality legal services across a varied practice.</p><p>Position Summary:</p><p> We are seeking a motivated Paralegal to work closely with our legal team. This role centers on legal research, document drafting, client support, and case management. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent research and writing abilities and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-practice environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Draft, prepare, and revise legal documents including pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, briefs, and contracts.</li><li>Conduct legal research and summarize findings in memos or briefs for lawyer review.</li><li>Organize, manage, and maintain case files to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Prepare materials for hearings, trials, mediations, and discoveries.</li><li>Communicate regularly with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties regarding scheduling and document requests.</li><li>Gather, review, and organize evidence, exhibits, and supporting documentation.</li><li>File documents with courts and tribunals both electronically and in-person, ensuring compliance with all rules and deadlines.</li><li>Support lawyers with a range of administrative tasks such as routine correspondence, preparing checklists, and managing file openings/closings.</li><li>Conduct due diligence, background checks, and searches as relevant to cases.</li><li>Liaise with experts, service providers, and witnesses as needed.</li><li>Ensure confidentiality and compliance with firm policies and regulatory standards.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a Benefits Help Desk Representative to serve as the primary point of contact for members seeking information and assistance with the group insurance program. This role blends customer service, insurance program knowledge, claims interpretation, and departmental administrative support to deliver best-in-class member experience.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Respond to member inquiries on insurance program details, including benefits, timeframes, processes, policies, and procedures.</li><li>Address specific questions regarding claims status, payments, eligibility, and dependents, clarifying concerns and facilitating resolution with the claims adjudicator, service providers, and management.</li><li>Triage inquiries, provide program information from websites and brochures, and offer solutions to member problems.</li><li>Log and track all member interactions to ensure timely resolution and thorough documentation.</li><li>Liaise with Benefits staff and escalate complex cases to senior team members or management as needed.</li><li>Obtain and confirm provider information for claims adjudication by communicating with members, dental offices, hospitals, and benefit practitioners.</li><li>Answer general inquiries received via the call center within your area of expertise.</li><li>Support administrative tasks within the department, including organizing claims, processing medical referrals, managing disability information, and assisting during program renewal periods.</li><li>Help with outgoing benefit mailings, check distribution, member packages, and maintenance of legal documentation like Powers of Attorney and Authorization Letters.</li><li>Monitor and alert management about emerging trends or concerns to continually improve member service standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p><p>If you are a dedicated service professional with insurance and benefits experience, we invite you to apply and help us deliver excellence to our insured members. This position is exclusively through Robert Half.</p>
