Legal Assistant, Corporate Law - Toronto, Canada - EStaffSearch

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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We are currently recruiting for a variety of *Corporate Legal Assistant* roles to join some of Toronto's top firms. ice. These roles offer a broad range of legal and administrative job responsibilities in corporate commercial law.

Prior experience in this area of law including solid administrative practice management skills and technical skills would be considered advantageous for this role.

You will be required to demonstrate initiative, strong communication (both verbal and written) and organizational skills and should have a desire to work in a team environment to promote a client-first focused culture.

*Summary of Responsibilities: - Drafting and/or preparing various transactional documents, forms, presentations and correspondence, and ensuring that they are in proper format and accurate.

Typing general correspondence and various transactional documents from handwritten notes, phone, or verbal instructions.
Managing and tracking deadlines, and appointments, including managing the lawyers' Outlook calendars and scheduling appointments as needed.
Managing internal and external communications which includes a high volume of incoming calls/client inquiries, physical mail and faxes; responding when needed and as appropriate. Always keeping the lawyer apprised.
Opening and closing files electronically and physically which also includes maintaining detailed matter/client list and maintaining the electronic filing system.
Running monthly accounts, as required; reviewing entries for accuracy and completeness.
General administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and meetings, booking meeting rooms, making travel arrangements, etc.; working with other internal Departments to provide documents/ other materials on time to meet client needs.
Continually assessing and establishing work priorities as needed.
Demonstrating a team approach; supporting coverage for colleague absences.
Other duties as assigned.

*Core Skills & Experience: - A minimum three years experience in corporate law.

Postsecondary education with a Legal Assistant Diploma and/or Law Clerk certificate.
Strong working experience, understanding and knowledge of legal terminology, procedures and corporate transactions.
Proficient with MS Office, PDF/ Adobe, and various legal software such as iManage
Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to work independently and within tight timelines.
Excellent problemsolving skills, the ability to work with little instruction/supervision.
Excellent attention to detail and diligent proofreading skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and an excellent team player.
Passionate about providing quality service and work product to lawyers, clients and the court.
Good judgement and ability to exercise discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.

- *Should this position not be of interest to you, please contact EStaffSearch to discuss other opportunities and how we can assist you with your job search.*_

Thank you in advance for your interest in this Legal Assistant roles.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

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