Legal Assistant-Insurance Defence

2 weeks ago


Toronto ON MB E, Canada Kostyniuk & Greenside Lawyers Full time $320,000 - $384,000 per year

Job Summary: The Legal Assistant is responsible for supporting a minimum of one (1) Associate/Partner. Along with the varied tasks that come with the position, this fast pace environment takes a motivated and organized person to succeed. From time to time you may be required to assist other Associates or Partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • File management including postings into file.
  • Maintain files in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Complies/assembles/updates briefs.
  • Liaises with court registry personnel and other parties regarding schedules.
  • Enters counsel's time into Accounting Software within deadlines as required.
  • Files/photocopies/scans/bind.
  • Updates/index/post/file documents/ Document Software.
  • Prepare standard correspondence.
  • Maintain Lawyers' appointments calendar
  • Proofread documents and checks for appropriate formatting, spelling, and grammar.
  • Prepares and updates counsel's case lists.
  • Schedules/books examination for discovery, mediation, etc.
  • Receives, opens and prioritize incoming mail; and
  • Prepares materials for distribution via mail, fax, courier, etc.

Skills and Specifications

  • Collaborative mindset with a focus on both individual and team success
  • Strong multi-tasking, organizational and client management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
  • Knowledge of compiling and filing court records
  • Fast-paced environment - must be able to work well under pressure
  • Ability to listen to indented details effectively

Educational and Qualifications

  • 1 - 2 years of direct work experience as a Legal Assistant or similar experience
  • Accident Benefit and Defence TORT experience will be considered an asset
  • Certificate or Diploma in a legal admin or law clerk program considered an asset
  • Insurance defence litigation practice considered an asset
  • Computer literate, including effective working skills of Accounting Software, Document Software, MS Office and e-mail

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Education:

  • Secondary School (required)

Experience:

  • Legal Assistants or Law Clerks: 1 year (required)
  • administrative legal assistant: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person



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