legal assistant Toronto
Job description
The Class Proceedings Fund_ (CPF) is a nonprofit fund administered by _The Law Foundation of Ontario, intended to enhance access to justice in Ontario by providing financial support to class action plaintiffs in the form of disbursement funding and by indemnifying plaintiffs in respect of adverse cost awards. The Class Proceedings Committee (CPC) is a committee of senior lawyers who adjudicate applications for funding.
The Foundation is an inclusive employer. We respect equity, inclusion, diversity, and anti-racism. We are dedicated to creating a workplace reflective of the community we serve and welcome applications from diverse and equity-deserving groups. Accommodation, if required, will be provided throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Human Rights Code.
Help make a positive contribution to access to justice in Ontario by becoming a valued member of the team supporting the Class Proceedings Committee (CPC).
We seek a Legal Assistant to provide administrative support to the CPC and the Class Proceedings Fund, working closely with Counsel and Associate Counsel to the CPC.
The ideal candidate is collegial, efficient, detail-oriented, works well independently and enjoys learning and being part of a dynamic and small team.
Key responsibilities
Reporting to Counsel to the CPC, your duties include: planning/preparing materials for monthly CPC meetings, retreats and for other CPC purposes including manuals, practice directions and policy and procedures; preparing and updating funding award and disbursement request documentation and records; following up for all application materials, scheduling hearing time; preparing, editing and formatting standard communication including letters and undertakings; maintaining class proceedings database and case management system to ensure optimum workflow; organizing meeting room calendars and contacts; and providing administrative support for counsel.
Qualifications:
· Seven years’ related work experience in a senior support role in a legal service or professional service environment
· Post-secondary education in office administration or combined education and experience
· Superior computer skills working with databases, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access) at an advanced level
· Strong financial literacy and ability to prepare and update funding award and disbursement request documentation for review and approval by counsel
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is essential
· A high level of integrity with demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, operate independently, and be self-disciplined in achieving work goals and problem-solve
· Strong interpersonal and communications skills and excellent editing and writing skills
About The Law Foundation of Ontario
Established by statute in 1974, The Law Foundation of Ontario is the sole foundation in Ontario with the mandate of improving access to justice. Through granting and collaboration, the Foundation invests in knowledge and services that help people understand the law and use it to improve their lives. Learn more at www.lawfoundation.on.ca.
As part of our commitment to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion, we believe in sharing salary information. We are conducting a full review of our compensation bands and practices in 2023. When this process is complete, we intend to include salary information in our job postings and have greater salary transparency overall. We thank you in advance for your understanding.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Work from home
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Toronto, ON M5V 2K4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- What techniques or tools do you use to keep organized?
Experience:
- legal assistant: 7 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5V 2K4
Application deadline: 2023-06-09
