<p><strong>Legal Assistant (Corporate/Transactional)</strong></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We are seeking a dedicated professional to provide comprehensive support for a legal team. This role balances high-level administrative management with technical transactional work and financial oversight. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-volume environment where precision and discretion are paramount.</p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>1. Practice & Workflow Coordination</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Onboarding & Offboarding:</strong> Manage the full file lifecycle, including conflict checks, client intake (KYC/Source of Funds), and systematic archiving.</li><li><strong>Operational Support:</strong> Coordinate complex calendars, schedule meetings, manage contact lists, and maintain bring-forward systems.</li><li><strong>Communications:</strong> Serve as a primary point of contact for clients via phone and email; manage mail distribution and expense reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>2. Transactional & Document Production</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Document Management:</strong> Draft, format, and edit agreements, spreadsheets, reports, and correspondence.</li><li><strong>Closing Support:</strong> Coordinate the execution of documents, prepare digital closing books, and manage trust-related paperwork.</li><li><strong>Due Diligence:</strong> Conduct necessary property and corporate searches via provincial registries and online databases.</li></ul><p><strong>3. Financial Administration</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Billing Lifecycle:</strong> Oversee the billing process from WIP reporting and pre-bill editing to final issuance and digital filing.</li><li><strong>Account Management:</strong> Monitor outstanding accounts receivable and conduct professional follow-ups on balances.</li><li><strong>Trust Accounting:</strong> Process trust-related documentation for closings and invoice payments.</li></ul><p><strong>4. Collaborative Support</strong></p><ul><li>Provide coverage for other team members and assist with shared reception duties as required.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Legal Administrative Assistant (Tax, Trust & Estates)</strong></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>This role provides comprehensive support for a high-volume practice focused on sophisticated tax planning, corporate restructuring, and wealth management. The successful candidate will oversee complex files from inception to completion, ensuring both administrative precision and high-quality document production across domestic and international legal matters.</p><p><strong>Primary Accountabilities</strong></p><p><strong>1. Specialized Document & Transactional Support</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Drafting & Preparation:</strong> Generate and edit legal correspondence and documents related to corporate reorganizations, business successions, and tax structuring.</li><li><strong>Transactional Assistance:</strong> Support the acquisition and sale of businesses, securities offerings, and trust/estate planning matters.</li><li><strong>Dispute & Disclosure:</strong> Assist with documentation for tax disputes before revenue authorities and voluntary disclosure filings.</li></ul><p><strong>2. File Lifecycle & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li><strong>End-to-End Management:</strong> Oversee complex files from initial opening to final closing, ensuring strict adherence to both digital and physical filing compliance standards.</li><li><strong>Due Diligence:</strong> Conduct essential corporate, land title, and conflict searches to ensure file integrity.</li><li><strong>Administrative Oversight:</strong> Manage time entry, maintain detailed calendars, and handle all general administrative functions.</li></ul><p><strong>3. Client & Practice Coordination</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Act as a collaborative point of contact, ensuring professional and clear communication with clients and authorities.</li><li><strong>Inbound Investment:</strong> Support matters involving inbound investment and tax considerations for non-resident clients.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Legal Assistant (Infrastructure)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This senior-level position provides sophisticated support within a specialized infrastructure practice. The role is designed for a professional who excels at high-stakes coordination—acting as a vital link between legal counsel and a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders across multiple offices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>1. Advanced Document Production & Technical Editing</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Drafting & Revisions:</strong> Create, format, and meticulously edit complex agreements, reports, and memoranda.</li><li><strong>Technical Suite:</strong> Utilize advanced functions in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to produce professional legal documentation and forms.</li></ul><p><strong>2. Practice & Logistics Management</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Scheduling:</strong> Manage complex Outlook calendars, including the coordination of local and multi-office meetings.</li><li><strong>Travel & Travel Support:</strong> Oversee and coordinate intricate business travel arrangements.</li><li><strong>Information Systems:</strong> Maintain a rigorous bring-forward system, update client file lists, and manage the full lifecycle of client/matter files (opening through closing).</li></ul><p><strong>3. Financial & Operational Liaison</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Billing Coordination:</strong> Partner with the internal billing department to facilitate the monthly production and review of accounts.</li><li><strong>Communication Hub:</strong> Act as a primary liaison between legal staff and external clients at all levels; manage incoming and outgoing correspondence.</li><li><strong>Resource Delegation:</strong> Appropriately delegate tasks to specialized service departments and provide auxiliary support to the wider team as needed.</li></ul>
