We are a growing and client-focused personal injury law firm based in Ottawa, dedicated to advocating for injured individuals and their families. Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by accidents and negligence. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and a robust commitment to qualified excellence.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant with experience in personal injury law to join our team. The successful candidate will support one or more lawyers by managing client files, preparing legal documents, and ensuring that all administrative aspects of the practice run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:
Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, settlement proposals, and correspondence
Manage personal injury files from intake to resolution
Schedule appointments, examinations for discovery, IMEs, mediations, and court appearances
Maintain accurate and up-to-date file organization (both paper and electronic)
Communicate professionally with clients, insurance companies, medical providers, and court staff
Track deadlines, limitation periods, and court timelines




Prepare and submit court documents and forms via appropriate portals
Perform other administrative tasks as required to support the legal team

Qualifications:
Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
Strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures and rules (including the Rules of Civil Procedure)
Familiarity with plaintiff-side personal injury file handling, including AB and tort
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal practice management software (e.g., Filevine)
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive client information

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Advantages
Dental care
Extended health care
Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7T1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:
Secondary School (required)

Experience:
legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Personal Injury Legal Assistant Ottawa (Canada)
🏢 Badre Law Professional
📍 Canada