Dutton Brock LLP is a mid-sized Commercial Insurance Defence firm, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to all our clients. We offer an excellent work environment with a competitive compensation package.

We are looking for a Legal Assistant with 6-10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills with a solid understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure. The role requires an individual with a professional attitude who will provide support to the lawyers with an emphasis on delivery of excellent service to our clients.

To succeed in this role you will need the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision as well as demonstrate discretion with strong organizational and communication skills. All legal assistants are in a 2:1 share. We are currently operating a hybrid work model; this positon is required to be in the office a minimum of two days a week.

Primary Responsibilities:

- Preparation of correspondence, spreadsheets and other documents using various software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel etc.
- Monitor deadlines
- Ensure court filings are completed in a timely manner
- Scheduling, examinations for discovery, motion,



mediations and settlement conferences etc.
- Ensure electronic filing is organized and up to date,
- Monitor digital dictation
- Draft correspondence
- Assist with the preparation and/or assembly of litigation and court documents including affidavits, notices, motion records, factums and book of authorities.
- Uploading all documents to Case Lines.
- Maintain up-to-date contact information
- Other administrative duties as required.

Experience/Qualifications:

- Minimum 6 years working as a legal assistant,
- Insurance Defence experience is an asset,
- Post secondary education in legal administration or equivalent,
- Robust technical skills including Microsoft Office, Pro Law and ACL
- Flexible and dependable with ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Demonstrates discretion, sound judgment and diplomacy in dealing with confidential matters.
- Professional and team-oriented with strong interpersonal and client service skills.

Pay: $75,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Extended health care
- RRSP match

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5H 3S5

📌 Legal Assistant (Toronto)
🏢 Dutton Brock
📍 Toronto