We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Toronto, Ontario on a Contract basis.

This chance is ideal for someone with experience in employment law and/or civil litigation who can step in quickly and manage administrative and client-facing tasks with confidence.

The successful candidate will help keep legal files organized, communications timely, and daily operations running smoothly during this immediate-start assignment.

Responsibilities: Perform legal assistant, clerical and administrative duties for two to three lawyers.

Handle incoming calls and emails professionally, direct inquiries appropriately, and provide responsive service to clients and internal stakeholders.

Draft various court and tribunal forms and arrange for the service and filing of all forms, corresponding documents and pleadings.

Prepare, format, and update legal and administrative documents using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power

Point.





Maintain accurate electronic and manual records by entering data, tracking file details, and ensuring documentation is current.

Support litigation and employment law matters through file organization, correspondence management, and general administrative assistance.

Monitor inboxes and follow up on routine communications to help keep matters moving in a timely manner.

Assist with outbound communications to confirm appointments, gather information, and respond to routine requests.

Provide day-to-day administrative support that contributes to productive office and case management during the contract term.

Assist in preparation of briefs and records for trial and hearings, including formatting electronically in accordance with online court filing system specifications.

📌 Legal Assistant Toronto
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Toronto