Legal Assistant / Law Clerk – 12-Month Contract

Protea LLP is a management-side labour and employment law firm known for its clear advice, bold strategy, and practical results. We are collaborative, creative, and committed to high-quality legal work and client responsiveness in a collegial and supportive workplace.

We are seeking a Legal Assistant / Law Clerk for a 12-month contract. This role offers the opportunity to support meaningful client work at a dynamic, growing firm that values agency, collaboration, creativity, gratitude, and excellence.

In this role, you will:

- Support lawyers and clients with file management, scheduling, document preparation, correspondence, and other day-to-day practice needs.
- Assist with litigation and arbitration hearings, including organizing materials, preparing electronic briefs and pleadings, coordinating service and filing, and tracking deadlines.
- Respond to inquiries from clients, court staff, and outside counsel in a professional and timely manner, following up as required.
- Open new client matters and maintain accurate client records in accordance with Law Society of Ontario requirements and firm policies.
- Bring strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach to a fast-moving practice.

This position offers flexible work arrangements, including remote or hybrid work, depending on firm and client needs.

The ideal candidate is organized,



proactive, responsive, and comfortable taking ownership of their work while contributing to a supportive, high-performing team.

Requirements:

- At least 2 years of experience in the legal industry
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, including bookmarking, hyperlinking, and combining multiple PDF documents
- Willingness to learn new technologies and processes and to continue developing professional skills
- Excellent attention to detail and diligent proofreading skills
- Experience with Ontario courts and tribunals, including familiarity with CaseLines and the Ontario Courts Public Portal (OCPP)
- Proficiency with Clio is an asset
- Completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma is an asset

If you are looking for a role where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and help build a different kind of law firm, please submit your cover letter and resume to Maneli Badii at [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Protea LLP is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

📌 Legal Assistant / Law Clerk (Toronto)
🏢 Protea
📍 Toronto