Overview Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada's largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Legal Assistant to join the Corporate practice group in the Toronto office. The Assistant is responsible for providing day-to-day administrative support while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.

Responsibilities will include managing calendars, meetings, expenses, events, presentations, travel and correspondence, and providing support on other Firm initiatives as required. The Assistant is expected to build effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

Managing lawyers’ email inboxes and calendars — booking appointments, setting up conference calls, monitoring email inboxes and responding as required

Reviewing and prioritizing correspondence and emails, including drafting responses where suitable or redirecting to the appropriate individual for response

Scheduling and making work-related travel arrangements and ensuring travel tickets, itineraries and all required meeting documents are prepared in advance

Coordinating meetings and events, including developing and distributing agendas, reserving meeting rooms, and preparing, compiling and distributing supporting documents

Drafting and preparing for speaking engagements

Maintaining paper and e-filing systems

Managing a large volume of business expenses and performing expense reconciliation

Opening and closing files

Docketing and billing

Working with various departments (e.g., finance and marketing), as needed

Liaising with clients regarding invoices, collections and preparation of WIP/AR reports

Education & Experience

College diploma, undergraduate degree or legal assistant diploma or equivalent is required





Minimum of two to five years of experience providing support to legal professionals in a corporate or professional services environment

Corporate experience is an asset

Skills & Abilities

High proficiency in Microsoft Office, CMS and InterAction

Strong communication, organizational and time management skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to exercise sound judgment

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when interacting with internal and external clients

Willing to work flexible hours, as required

Compensation The anticipated annual salary for the Corporate Legal Assistant position is $65,000–$75,000.

Salary levels will be determined commensurate with internal equity, market equity and experience.

Other Relevant Application Information

While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use artificial intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening and evaluating applications.

Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

About Blakes

At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace workplace that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.

📌 Corporate Legal Assistant (Winnipeg)
🏢 Blakes
📍 Winnipeg