Your New CompanyJoin a highly respected, Toronto‑based law firm recognized nationally for its leadership in complex litigation and class actions. This firm is known not only for its high‑profile, meaningful work, but also for its collaborative culture and commitment to supporting its people as the practice continues to grow.This position arises due to departmental growth, and you’ll be joining a collegial, fast‑paced environment where legal assistants are viewed as integral members of the litigation team. The firm offers a hybrid work model (currently a minimum of two days per week in office), strong compensation, and a rare defined benefit pension plan.Your New JobAs a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will support a busy group of litigation lawyers and clerks working on sophisticated civil litigation, including class actions. Typically, you will support 3–4 litigation professionals, depending on workflow and file volume.This is an chance to be deeply involved in substantive litigation work while working alongside experienced lawyers, clerks, and fellow assistants in a highly organized, professional environment.Key responsibilities include:Drafting routine correspondence and litigation documents using established precedentsPreparing pleadings, affidavits, motion records, exhibits, Schedule A lists, and cost outlinesPreparing and commissioning affidavits, including affidavits of serviceCoordinating service and filing of documents with process servers and courtsFiling documents in the Ontario Superior Court, Divisional Court, Court of Appeal, Federal Court, and British Columbia courts (including CaseLines)Booking motions, applications, hearings, discoveries,



mediations, and client meetingsManaging calendars and litigation deadlinesOrganizing and maintaining electronic and physical files using a document management system (iManage)Assisting with administrative tasks such as opening/closing files, docketing, scanning, and preparing accountsThis position is in office two days per week. What You’ll Need to SucceedYou will thrive in this role if you bring:At least 3 years of civil litigation legal assistant experience (class action experience is a strong asset)Solid knowledge of the Rules of Civil ProcedureExperience with Ontario court filing, including CaseLinesFamiliarity with e‑Discovery proceduresA Legal Assistant or Law Clerk certificate/diploma from a recognized programStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesExcellent attention to detail and follow‑throughProficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and ExcelExperience working with a Document Management SystemProfessional communication skills and confidence liaising with lawyers, clients, court staff, and external partiesThe ability to work both collaboratively and independentlyWhat You’ll Get in ReturnCompetitive salary range of $50,000–$80,000, commensurate with experienceAnnual performance‑based bonus of up to 10%Hybrid work model (currently minimum 2 days in office)Defined benefit pension plan (DBplus / CAAT)A growing department with long‑term stabilityExposure to complex, high‑profile litigation and class action workA respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace cultureThe opportunity to work at a firm recognized for both legal excellence and its people

📌 Litigation Legal Assistant, 2 Days On Site - C$50,000 - C$80,000 A Year (Mississauga)
🏢 Toronto-based law firm
📍 Mississauga