legal assistant

legal assistant Toronto

Linds & Associates
Full Time Toronto 59994 - 36928 CAD ANNUAL Today
Job description

  • Legal Assistant
    Downtown Toronto

    Our outstanding client, known for being a great place to work and its high quality legal work is in need of a Legal Assistant to support a partner and associate in the municipal group for a 12 month full time contract. The possibility for this role to be extended to 18 months or even become a full time permanent role exists.

    Responsibilities:

    • Prepare and edit both legal and non-legal documentation as required
    • Monitor and maintain tickler system
    • Organize and coordinate large files
    • Plan detailed travel itineraries
    • Transcribe dicta
    • Responsibility for all lobbyist filings, as well as CPD reporting
    • Willingness to assist with personal items
    • Produce the highest quality of work with keen attention to detail
    • Handle daily administrative details
    • Manage duties related to accounting docketing, monthly billing and expenses
    • Accountable for all work assigned which include arranging meetings, calendar management.

    Requirements:

    • Five years’ previous experience as a Legal Assistant preferably with some knowledge of Municipal or Land Use Planning Law and Litigation
    • Successful completion of a related post-secondary program in a legal assistant, law clerk or executive assistant program
    • Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands

    Skills:

    • Microsoft 365 suite of applications
    • Knowledge of the Rules of Practice and Procedure of the Ontario Land Tribunal and Toronto Local Appeal Body or a willingness to learn would be an asset
    • Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure an asset
    • Strong verbal and written communication
    • Ability to problem solve
    • Good judgement and decision making
    • Strong interpersonal skills
    Interested candidates should apply today! We thank all applicants for their interest in this role however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Linds & Associates Ltd.
  • About Linds & Associates

    CEO: Sharyn Linds
    Revenue: Less than $1 million (USD)
    Size: 1 to 50 Employees
    Type: Company - Private
    Website: www.lindsassociates.com
    Year Founded: 2005

    legal assistant
    Linds & Associates

    www.lindsassociates.com
    Toronto, Canada
    Sharyn Linds
    Less than $1 million (USD)
    1 to 50 Employees
    Company - Private
    HR Consulting
    2005
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