Legal Assistant

3 days ago

North York, Canada DEVRY SMITH FRANK LLP Full time

Devry Smith Frank LLP is an established, full-service law firm with over 50 lawyers. The firm has a broad-based practice which includes bankruptcy/insolvency, business law, commercial lending, commercial litigation, commercial and residential real estate, condominium law, employment and labour law, family law, immigration law, planning and development law, personal injury, wills and estates, and tax law.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Conduct conflict searches and manage the opening and closing of files;
- Perform searches using TransUnion, Equifax, Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), and Teraview databases;
- Draft, finalize, and send demand letters, letters serving court documents, and other correspondence;
- Submit court documents through the JSO portal;
- Arrange for, and follow up on, service of statements of claim;
- Prepare legal documents including affidavits of service, satisfaction pieces, and notices of discontinuance;
- Coordinate with the Trial Coordinator’s office to obtain and confirm motion dates;
- Compile, serve, and file motion records, factums, and briefs of authorities;
- Upload documents onto Case Centre and hyperlink them as required by Practice Directions;
- Request and coordinate skip trace searches;
- Liaise with debtors, opposing counsel, court offices, and other legal professionals;
- Prepare, review, and finalize monthly prebills and legal invoices.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a litigation department of a law firm, with preference given to experience in the area of recovery and creditor rights;
- Proficiency with legal databases and court portals such as JSO and Case Centre;
- Familiarity with court rules, practice directions, legal documentation;
- Advanced computer skills;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and diplomatically with people;
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills, with a proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment;
- Self-starter with a positive attitude and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

**Note**: This is a general overview of the responsibilities and duties involved. Additional tasks may be required depending on the evolving needs of the legal practice

We are conveniently located in North York and provide all the advantages and amenities of a downtown firm in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. We offer an attractive remuneration package and an automated office with the full technical, administrative and peer support necessary to work on complex and challenging files.

**We require in-office attendance of at least 3 days per week.**

Devry Smith Frank LLP is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and preserving an accessible, supportive and inclusive environment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Litigation: 3 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in North York, ON M3C 3E9

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