31 Oct
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Forge Recruitment
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Toronto
31 Oct
Forge Recruitment
Toronto
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout the Company
Our client is a leading Canadian law firm with a strong national presence, and we are assisting with their search for an experienced Intellectual Property Litigation Legal Assistant to join their Toronto team.
About the Role
- Preparing intellectual property and litigation documents based on lawyer instructions, precedents and established procedures.
- Drafting, proofreading and editing legal correspondence and documentation on behalf of lawyers.
- Preparing affidavits and other litigation materials, as well as coordinating and scheduling court attendances.
- Managing lawyer practices, including file openings, meetings, hearings, travel arrangements and other scheduling requirements.
- Communicating with clients to obtain information and instructions and ensuring lawyers receive the necessary follow-up.
- Managing bring-forward systems, monitoring deadlines and keeping lawyers informed of ongoing and outstanding matters.
- Assisting with docketing, account preparation and other administrative functions, while providing additional support to lawyers and the broader team as required.
The Offer
The firm offers a competitive compensation package ranging between $70,000 - $80,000, a generous vacation allotment,
extended health and dental benefits, RRSP matching, education tuition allowance, a fitness reimbursement program and more!
What You Bring
- 5 years of legal assistant experience, with a strong background in Intellectual Property, Trademarks and Litigation.
- A College Diploma in Legal Administration or a related qualification.
- Solid knowledge of Federal Court procedures and litigation processes.
- Experience with legal technology and document management systems, including Patsy, Kofax/Adobe, ACL, iPro/Eclipse, TitanFile and Case Center.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Next Steps
If you are interested in learning more about this chance, please apply, in confidence. Thank you for your interest in the position and in Forge Recruitment.
📌 IP Litigation Legal Assistant (Toronto)
🏢 Forge Recruitment
📍 Toronto