Legal Assistant, Corporate (Toronto)

Legal Assistant, Corporate (Toronto)

31 Aug
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EStaffSearch
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Toronto

31 Aug

EStaffSearch

Toronto

Our client is seeking a Corporate Legal Assistant to join their growing Corporate team. In this role, you will be an integral member of a team-oriented group of lawyers, law clerks, and legal support professionals, providing exceptional administrative and legal support while delivering the highest level of client service. This is a full-time opportunity offering a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Summary of Responsibilities: Principal/Client Support Act as key contact for all matters relating to: Coordinating travel arrangements, preparing itineraries and travel expense reports; Completing LSUC renewal applications, and tracking CPD credits; and Updating bios, internal and external conferences, and liaising with Boards, etc. Prepare client correspondence in accordance with the requirements set by the principal/practice group, as required. Update contact names and addresses in Interaction and any other client databases. Coordinate client meetings, schedule boardrooms, and arrange for catering or audio-visual equipment. Update calendars for assigned principals, which includes meetings, appointments, due dates and client-related activities (i.E., set up/maintain tickler system to ensure principals engage with clients on a regular basis). Handle and review all incoming mail, email, fax communications,



and arrange for specialized mail/courier/messenger services as required. Receive, handle, screen, and/or direct incoming calls as directed by principals. Respond to routine inquiries and requests from clients, and take messages as required. Respond promptly to requests and work collaboratively with other departments and members of the firm. Provide backup support when other Legal Practice Assistants are absent, are at capacity, and/or managing multiple/difficult deadlines. Work cooperatively with others in their team/quad in scheduling vacation, breaks/lunches, and absenteeism time to ensure principals are well supported. Coordinate activities with other departments and staff as required (e.G., Facilities, Marketing, etc.). Liaise and work closely with Document Specialists and Support Assistants, as appropriate, to ensure tasks are completed within a timely manner. Participate in projects and initiatives as assigned. Financial Functions Partner with principals to ensure docket time is entered by set deadlines and follow up with principals as required. Monitor and review outstanding WIP (Work In Progress) to ensure timely billing. Prepare, print and review prebills (e.G., monthly, quarterly or on request) using 3E billing workflow and functionality, and revise according to client billing guidelines and Firm standards and policies. Ensure invoices are sent to clients in a timely manner. Prepare cheque requisitions as required to initiate

📌 Legal Assistant, Corporate (Toronto)
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