Our client has been in operation for a long time and has maintained its reputation as a firm that provides the highest quality of professional services. They value a familial and friendly culture and are seeking a full-time Litigation Administrative Assistant to join their team.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting correspondence and attending to court filings
- Scheduling mediations, discoveries and appointments
- Maintaining electronic calendars
- Organizing files, document binders and other file materials
- Entering lawyers’ time, billing
- Opening files
- Maintaining Bring Forward system
- Other administrative support as required
Key Qualifications:
- Minimum 2-4 years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant within a law firm
- Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program
- Experience with court documents and court filings; experience in insurance defense a definite asset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly using discretion, tact and courtesy
- Proficiency with computers including MS Word, Excel and other relevant programs
- Excellent document drafting skills
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
- Client service orientation
- Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in independently and in a team environment
The salary range for this position is $55,000 – $70,000, commensurate with experience, and includes an excellent benefits program, along with an Employee Assistance Program.