Dooley Lucenti LLP is seeking a full time experienced legal assistant to join our dynamic commercial litigation team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with a number of tasks and responsibilities, including but not solely:
· Manage the lawyers’ calendars, including meetings, mediations, pre trials and court appearances (mainly conducted by way of Zoom);
· Prepare, draft and revise basic court documents and forms such as motion materials, pleadings, releases, Bill of Costs/Cost Outlines, and Affidavit of Documents;
· Conduct client intakes, including completing conflict searches;
· Open files;
· Electronic file management;
· Arrange for service and filing of court documents;
· Schedule mediations, Examinations for Discovery, motions, etc.;
· Manage bring forwards and daily reminders;
· Manage and save correspondence and file contents electronically;
· Prepare cheque requisitions for accounts payable;
· Prepare monthly accounts;
· Prepare files to close;
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years experience as a litigation legal assistant. They must be very knowledgeable with the Rules of Civil Procedure, including court rules and procedures.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2023-09-10
