Job Description

Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant

Job #: 17146
Job Type: Full-Time, 15-Month Contract (Minimum)
Location: Toronto, ON
Salary: $79,000
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage, mental health benefits and 15 vacation days
Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a highly respected international law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Administrative Assistant to join its busy Restructuring & Insolvency practice for a minimum 18-month contract!

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside accomplished legal professionals on sophisticated commercial and insolvency matters. The firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment, excellent benefits, professional development opportunities and a commitment to employee well-being.

Duties & Responsibilities

Prepare, draft, revise and format legal correspondence, contracts, discharges and notices;

Assist with Commercial List and bankruptcy court proceedings;

Prepare factums, motion materials, briefs of authorities, affidavits of documents, bills of costs and exhibit books;

Coordinate court filings using CaseLines and the Ontario Courts Public Portal;

Assist with PPSA summaries and manage document transfers using TitanFile;

Manage incoming assignments, prioritize deadlines and provide ongoing administrative support to lawyers;

Prepare accounts, review pre-bills and assist with monthly billing procedures;

Open, organize,



maintain and close client files, including preparation of reporting packages;

Coordinate communications with clients, external contacts and internal departments;

Provide additional administrative and team support as required.

Requirements

Legal Administrative Assistant diploma or certificate from a recognized institution preferred;

Minimum 5–8 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, preferably in Commercial Real Estate, Lending, Restructuring or Insolvency;

Experience preparing complex legal documents and court materials;

Familiarity with Commercial List proceedings, bankruptcy filings and court procedures;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, iManage, PowerPoint, Excel, InterAction and Expert Time;

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines;

Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and document formatting skills;

Skilled communication skills and a client-service-focused approach;

Ability to support multiple lawyers and work effectively in a collaborative team environment;

Flexibility to accommodate occasional extended hours when required.

HOW TO APPLY

Kindly email your resume to , and quote Chance #17146 in the subject line of your email.

If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please contact your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest! Only qualified candidates who are currently based in the province for the position will be contacted.

📌 Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant (15 Month Contract) (Toronto)
🏢 Kent Legal
📍 Toronto