<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>