Are you an experienced administrative professional who enjoys working as part of a team? McInnes Cooper is seeking a motivated and proactive Litigation Legal Assistant for a full-time, permanent position in our Saint John office. A Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or Office Administration diploma, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.

Two or more years of experience supporting a legal practice, ideally in litigation, or comparable experience that demonstrates readiness for the role. Confidence with Microsoft 365 and other digital tools, together with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning current technology and improving how work gets done. Play an integral role on a busy litigation team by anticipating priorities, coordinating deadlines, and keeping matters moving forward.

Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, court materials, and presentations. Manage litigation workflows, including court and procedural deadlines, calendars, meetings, and follow-up items. Maintain organized digital matter files and help the team use technology and efficient processes effectively.

Assist with billing, matter administration,



and related client-service activities. Defined-benefit pension plan. Firm-paid health and dental benefits. Health spending account. Personal (wellness) spending account.

Including vacation, personal and sick days. ~ The prospect to participate in a variety of teams, including AccessMC, Collective Social Responsibility, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Occupational Health & Safety, Pride@MC, Special Events, Wellness, and more! McInnes Cooper is committed to building an environment that is diverse and inclusive, representative of the communities in which we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through our on-line application process. You will work with the Saint John litigation team on a range of matters, take on responsibility, and develop your skills. As part of the recruitment process, MC will provide accommodation(s) to candidates with disabilities.

📌 Saint John Litigation Legal Assistant
🏢 McInnes Cooper
📍 Saint John