About the Company Our client, a highly regarded law firm in Toronto, is seeking a Bilingual Labour & Employment Legal Assistant to join their team. This position is primarily remote, with one day per week required in the office.

Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive support to lawyers specializing in employment litigation and labour law matters.
Prepare, proofread, and manage legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence.
Assist in the preparation and filing of documents with various courts and tribunals (e.g., Ontario Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal).
Coordinate discovery and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, evidence, and witness lists.
Maintain and organize client files, both paper and electronic, ensuring all materials are updated and accessible.
Draft client communications, status reports, and meeting notes.
Conduct legal research on labour and employment law matters, including case law and statutes.
Manage calendars for deadlines, hearings, meetings, and court appearances.
Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other stakeholders.




Assist in managing billing and timekeeping for assigned cases.

Requirements
5+ years of experience working as a legal assistant, paralegal, or legal secretary, with a focus on Labour & Employment law, preferably with experience in employment litigation.
Fluency in both English and French is required.
Proficiency in preparing and managing legal documents, including drafting correspondence, pleadings, and discovery documents.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
High attention to detail, solid proofreading skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal case management software.

Compensation: This role offers a market-market-competitive salary up to $85,000, based on experience, RRSP matching, and a comprehensive benefits package. We do not use AI to screen candidates. Please note, you must reside in Ontario.

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