Litigation LAA

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Compensation

• Competitive salary of approximately $55,000–$85,000, depending on experience and level of responsibility.

Benefits & Perks

• Health and dental benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and matching RRSP program after one year.
• Three weeks’ vacation to start, personal days, sick time, and an annual volunteer day.
• Fitness/lifestyle reimbursement and education reimbursement.
• Collaborative and social workplace with staff appreciation events, happy hours, and annual celebrations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal administrative and overflow support to lawyers and legal support teams.
• Draft, transcribe, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other materials.
• Coordinate and schedule mediations, discoveries, trials, IMEs, client meetings, and other appointments.
• Manage electronic and physical files, including document organization, filing, binders, and file opening/closing.
• Maintain an efficient bring-forward system and follow up on important deadlines.
• Assist with billing, including preparing and following up on monthly and quarterly statements.
• Provide coverage and adapt to changing workloads, priorities, and schedules across different practice groups.
• Perform general administrative duties and other responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Legal Administrative Assistant certificate from an accredited institution or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3–5+ years of legal administrative experience, ideally with exposure to litigation.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, documentation, filing, and administrative practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook; experience with Elite/3E is an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable providing support across different teams and practice areas.
• Professional demeanour and ability to maintain confidentiality.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.