04 Sep
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Forge Recruitment
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Toronto
04 Sep
Forge Recruitment
Toronto
About the Company Forge Recruitment''s client, a reputable firm, is seeking a Construction Litigation Legal Assistant to join their talented team.
About the Role The Construction Litigation Legal Assistant is responsible for preparing, coordinating, revising, transcribing, and organizing legal and administrative documents.
Keeping with practice management needs, performs other general office duties as required Responsibilities ''Provide legal assistant support creating documents and correspondence through transcription and copy-typing, making revisions as necessary ''Provide administrative support which include (but not limited to) completing expense reports, courier forms, file opening forms, photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing and creation of file folders ''Professionally interact with all firm members and clients ''Photocopy and/or organize documents for distribution, mailing and binding ''Schedule and confirm appointments, meetings and conferences ''Prepare and generate pre-bills for monthly billing, as needed ''Book travel and make reservations, as required ''Prepare minute books ''Organize, maintain, and accurately file correspondence, invoices and receipts via paper and digital formats ''Eliminate unnecessary or outdated materials transferring inactive files to storage according to file maintenance guidelines What You Bring ''Legal Assistant Diploma from an accredited institution, with 5+ years'' experience working within a similar role.
Law firm exposure is preferred. ''Construction Litigation experience preferred.
''Hands-on experience working with court or ministry forms as it relates to the litigation practice area ''Clear understanding of Rules of Civil Procedure ''Ability to work independently, following instructions with minimal supervision ''Strong technical skills working within Microsoft Word, Outlook and Calendar ''Experience using Automated Civil Litigation ''Solid transcription and proofreading skills ''Familiar with developing basic Excel and Power
Point charts ''Strong eye for detail ''Ability to communicate in a professional manner and provide exceptional client service ''Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with ease ''Hands-on experience with pre-bill administration (preferably using Elite) ''Familiarity working within a DMS system is an asset Success in the Role means ''Has a strong client service approach ''Resourceful.
Strong research, investigative and problem-solving skills ''The ability to meet tight internal and external deadlines while managing multiple projects and competing with demands for resources ''Detail oriented ''A self-starter with the ability to work in a team-oriented, team-based environment ''Demonstrated ability to share knowledge with others in a clear and concise manner ''A team player, able to work with others in a deadline driven environment ''Exercises discretion and ability to keep matters confidential at all times Next Steps If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply, in confidence.
Thank you for your interest in the position and in Forge Recruitment.
📌 Construction Litigation Assistant (Toronto)
🏢 Forge Recruitment
📍 Toronto