Legal Assistant for Litigation Projects

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Bennett Jones Full time

About Us

Bennett Jones is recognized as one of Canada's leading business law firms, consistently ranked among the top employers in the country. With a strong presence across major cities and a reputation for excellence, we provide comprehensive legal services to businesses and investors, ensuring they navigate complex legal landscapes effectively.

Position Overview

The Law Clerk, Litigation/Litigation Support plays a crucial role in managing the technical elements of litigation cases. This position involves collaborating with legal professionals and external counsel to deliver timely and effective support using various litigation tools, including the IPRO Suite of products. Maintaining the integrity, security, and accessibility of databases is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Organize and review client production documents, including coding and e-discovery processes;
  • Draft Affidavits of Records as required;
  • Upload electronic data provided by vendors and other parties into the Eclipse database;
  • Prepare production, witness, and expert binders;
  • Organize exhibits, undertakings, pleadings, and motion materials;
  • Assist legal professionals with document management and presentation during Questionings, Arbitrations, and Trials;
  • Stay informed on litigation support trends and recommend emerging technologies;
  • Support comprehensive document management tasks, including database setup, scanning, quality control, and transcript management;
  • Communicate effectively with technical support teams from software companies and third-party vendors;
  • Collaborate with other offices to share best practices and procedures;
  • Develop and update training materials for internal use and conduct training sessions as needed.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation support or as a legal assistant within a law firm or e-discovery vendor;
  • Completion of a post-secondary program in Legal Assistant or Paralegal studies;
  • Strong understanding of litigation processes and procedures;
  • Proficient in computer hardware, software, and networking technologies;
  • Expertise in document organization, including both paper and electronic discovery;
  • Familiarity with software packages such as IPRO, Reveal, Casemap, Relativity, Everlaw, and Disco;
  • Strong project management and leadership capabilities;
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for interaction with legal professionals and clients;
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, attention to detail, and critical thinking abilities;
  • Capacity to manage high-pressure situations and meet deadlines;
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

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