Your newpany Join a highly regarded full-service law firm with more than 120 lawyers and a longstanding reputation in the Toronto legal market.

The firm is known for itsmitment to client service, collaborative culture, and investment in employee development.

As part of an exciting period of growth, the firm will be relocating its offices to Scotia Plaza this October, providing employees with a contemporary downtown workspace.

Your new role Our client is seeking an experienced Insurance Defence Legal Assistant to support a busy insurance litigation practice.

Working closely with an equity partner and their team, you will play a critical role in the day-to-day management of files from opening through to close.

This is a highly administrative position suited to someone who is organized, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment.

You will be responsible for preparing and managing pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, motion records, mediation memoranda, and other litigation documents.

You will also coordinate service and filing, maintain electronic document systems, assist with billing and docketing, prepare cheque requisitions, and ensure files progress efficiently through all stages of litigation.

Experience with document management platforms such as Case Center and electronic court filing systems will be highly valued.

What you''ll need to succeed To be considered for this opportunity, you will bring:



A minimum of 3 years of insurance defence legal assistant experience.

Strong knowledge of Ontario civil litigation procedures and the Rules of Civil Procedure.

Experience preparing and managing litigation documents, including pleadings, Affidavits of Documents, Motion Records, and mediation materials.

Proven ability to manage files independently from opening through closing.

Experience coordinating discoveries, court appearances, mediations, and litigation schedules.

Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively underpeting deadlines.

Strong technical proficiency, including experience working with electronic document management systems and Microsoft Office.

What you''ll get in return In return, you will join one of Toronto''s most respected law firms and be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The firm offers: RRSP matching program.

Three weeks of vacation.

Professional development and training opportunities.

Hybrid work arrangement, consisting of five days in office for the first six weeks, followed by a 3-day in-office / 2-day remote schedule.

The chance to work closely with an aplished partner and gain exposure to sophisticated insurance defence matters.

If you''re an experienced Insurance Defence Legal Assistant looking to join a well-established firm where you can continue to develop your career while supporting a busy litigation practice, we''d love to hear from you.

📌 Legal Assistant, Insurance Defence (Toronto)
🏢 Hays
📍 Toronto