Legal Assistant

3 weeks ago

North York, Canada Forget Smith - Barristers Full time

Legal Assistant - Insurance Defense Litigation

Under the supervision of the Office Manager, this position is responsible for performing clerical, administrative and general office duties for two associates.

**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Assist Associates with management of their files, which includes:
Proactively and independently preparing documents to meet upcoming deadlines.

Complexity of documents varies, but general instructions will be provided and precedents are to be followed

Transcribes dictation of technical and/or confidential nature

Organizes and expedites the flow of work through the lawyer’s office, initiating follow
- up action

Compose routine letters and memos from general instruction

Routes or answers routine correspondence not requiring the lawyer’s attention and initiates follow-up action, as required

Organize and maintain office files/records in accordance with firm’s procedures and best practices

Maintain Amicus Attorney calendar, ensures lawyer is kept abreast of upcoming appointments/meetings/court filings/court proceeding dates

Handle administrative detail with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, docketing, billing, etc., as per firm protocols

Prepares special reports which involves gathering and summarizing data

Liaises between the principal and various internal and external individuals, groups and clients at all levels

Abide by Firm policies including the policy on confidentiality

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Education and Experience_

College diploma in legal assistant studies; plus a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a legal assistant working within Insurance Defense Litigation.
- Core Competencies:_

Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and up-to-date with recent changes

Proficiency with computers including MS Office 365, Adobe Acrobat, Amicus Attorney, PCLaw etc.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Organized and meticulous with follow-up and attention to detail

Time management skills with the ability to work under pressure in order to meet multiple deadlines

Ability to work independently, be proactive and show initiative

Flexible team player who is client service oriented

Thorough understanding of litigation legal documentation

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 3 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in NORTH YORK, ON

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