About the CompanyOur client, a highly regarded mid-sized law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team.ResponsibilitiesAct as a central point of organization for a busy commercial litigation practice, coordinating and monitoring multiple deadlines across files.Open and maintain client files, manage calendars and bring-forwards, and schedule discoveries, mediations, and court attendances.Prepare, revise, proofread, and edit litigation documents with a high degree of accuracy.Perform dictation typing and revise pleadings, correspondence, motion materials, and other court documents.Prepare standard form correspondence to clients and external parties.Edit template documents and work with macros within Microsoft Office.Prepare accounts, pre-bills, and assist with accounting-related tasks.Electronically file documents with the courts and coordinate service through external process servers.Assist with travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and conference calls.Compile, serve, and file affidavits, motion records, appeal records, and other materials in compliance with the Rules of Civil Procedure.Delegate tasks to assistants, clerks,



and junior team members as appropriate and track project deadlines.Perform additional duties as assigned to support the litigation team.Requirements5+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law firm environment.Strong working knowledge of Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure.Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines in a high-volume practice.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.Experience editing templates and using document macros.Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.Experience or strong interest in construction litigation is considered a significant asset.Experience with union-side or complex commercial litigation is an asset.High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.CompensationCompetitive salary range of $75,000–$80,000, commensurate with experience.Comprehensive benefits and career development support.Hybrid work model with 1 day in office.Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

📌 Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant - $75,000 - $80,000 A Year (Montreal)
🏢 Ruby
📍 Montreal