Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant - London, Canada - Siskinds

Siskinds

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London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Siskinds LLP is a leading law firm located in Southwestern Ontario. We are a team of over
240 lawyers and staff covering personal legal services, business law, personal injury law,
and class actions law as well as over 25 specialized practice areas. We help clients make
the right legal choices, manage their legal affairs, and resolve complicated matters. Our
culture and working style strive to make our clients' experiences comfortable, reassuring,
and productive while delivering excellence in the services we provide.

Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant - Full-time

What are you looking for?

Be part of a cohesive team that promotes collaboration and teamwork
Option for hybrid remote work schedule in a technologically advanced environment
Competitive compensation and benefits
Professional development opportunities
Strength of a big firm with the culture of a small firm
Subsidized downtown parking
Working within a stateoftheart building

Who are we looking for?

We are currently seeking a Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant. This position will require
you to provide administrative support to the Commercial Litigation group.

Above average interpersonal skills
Ability to take the initiative and work independently
Strong organizational skills
Superior communication skills (both verbal and written)
Meticulous attention to detail with excellent proofreading skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work to deadlines
Strong client service skills
Above average keyboarding/computer skills (primarily Word and Outlook)
Flexibility to work with changing priorities
Preparation of basic legal documents

General tasks

Opening and closing files
Preparation of retainer and referral agreements
Paying invoices
Managing billing and accounting processes including docket entry, preparation of

- client accounts and invoices

Filing, scheduling meetings, client intakes, and day to day client communication

Excellence

Integrity
Leadership
Collegiality
Inclusion

We are a truly cohesive team, and as such, being a team player as well as having a strong
technical ability and positive attitude will make you a top runner, and ideally our chosen

Our comprehensive in-house training and ongoing support is of the highest level. We offer
competitive compensation and benefits.

Siskinds is an equal opportunity employer and will work with and accommodate persons
with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment, selection, and on-boarding process. To

Friday, March 1, 2024.

Contact Information:
Siskinds, London Head Office

Attention:
Human Resources, 275 Dundas Street, Unit 1 London Ontario N6B 3L1

Excellence