Legal Assistant (Litigation)

We are currently partnering with a highly respected mid-sized law firm located in downtown Toronto to hire a Litigation Legal Assistant. Known for its collaborative team environment, professional culture, and genuine commitment to employee well-being, this firm offers a supportive and rewarding workplace where legal professionals can thrive.

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented litigation assistant with strong Ontario litigation experience who’s looking to join a tight-knit, respectful team handling complex and interesting commercial and civil files.

About Our Client
With decades of experience serving clients across Ontario, our client is a well-established and trusted name in the legal industry. The firm supports a wide variety of clients, from entrepreneurs and corporations to institutions, and is deeply embedded in Toronto’s legal and business communities.

Located in the city’s financial core, the firm maintains a hybrid work model, excellent benefits, and a culture that encourages professional growth and healthy work-life balance. Their litigation team is especially known for its strong cohesion, independence, and mutual support.

About the Opportunity
We are recruiting a Litigation Legal Assistant to support two highly regarded lawyers in the firm’s Commercial and Civil Litigation group. You will be joining a team that values reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of large litigation files with minimal supervision.

This is a hands-on role, suited for someone who enjoys working independently while still being part of a collaborative and highly professional team. You’ll be a key player supporting high-quality files for sophisticated clients.
The position is ideal for someone coming from a mid-sized firm or litigation boutique, where they were exposed to more complex litigation processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and organizing legal documents, including pleadings, motion records, and trial books
• Managing lawyers’ calendars, court deadlines, meetings, and schedules
• Handling court filings, coordinating service, and managing document flow
• Maintaining both electronic and physical client files in an organized, efficient manner
• Preparing and bookmarking legal documents using Kofax or Adobe PDF tools

Qualifications

• Legal Assistant Certificate or Paralegal Diploma from a recognized Canadian institution (required)
• 3-5 years of experience in Ontario civil and commercial litigation
• Knowledge of Ontario court rules and procedures, including timelines and filing protocols
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and experience with Adobe/Kofax PDF software
• Proficient in legal technology such as DocuSign, CaseLines, and TerraView
• Familiarity with docketing and billing software (e.g., Carpe Diem, BQ)
• Must have supported complex files in a mid-sized firm or litigation boutique (not suitable for large firm or solo practice backgrounds)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Vacation: 3 weeks vacation + 10 personal days annually
• Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical and dental, Life insurance and AD&D coverage, $600 healthcare spending account, Transit subsidy available