Legal Assistant Ii - Toronto, Canada - TD Bank

TD Bank

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

418083BR

Legal Services / Counsel

Toronto, ON

August 30, 2023

Hours

35

Workplace Model

Hybrid

Pay Details

Department Overview

Under moderate supervision, provides standard legal assistant support for one or more staff Lawyers; maintains a close and highly responsive relationship to the day-to-day activities of the Lawyer(s).

Exercises initiative and judgment on a regular basis

Job Details

Job Description:

Prepares, through transcription of written or recorded documents, complex legal documents i.e. correspondence, factums, motions, summonses etc.
2. Drafts standard legal documents, correspondence and pleadings for review by lawyer(s). Edits grammar, punctuation and spelling as needed.
Exercises intiative and judgment in Lawyer's absence, i.e., negotiates extensions of time.
Manages Lawyer's calendar i.e., schedules appointments, coordinates appearances. Resolves scheduling conflicts on own initiative.
Answers a wide variety of telephone inquiries based on knowledge of case. Responds to inquiries exercising good judgment and discretion.
Responds to written or telephone inquiries with a standard letter. Composes and prepares routine inquiries.
Establishes, maintains, and when necessary, revises Lawyer's files.
Assists in the development and maintenance of standard office precedents and procedures.

Performs additional duties as requested such as:

Arranges medical exams.
Reception relief.
Maintains lists of witnesses, Subpoenas, fees, etc.
Requests fees for payment from Claims department.
Participates in arranging lawyer's files for easy access during trials.
Informs witnesses of scheduled court appearances.
Maintains Law Library.
And other miscellaneous duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Responsible for answering questions or providing guidance for less experienced legal assistants.

Job Requirements

Education
College diploma in legal secretarial or equivalent training/experience.

Experience
On average, 3 or more years experience in role.

Knowledge
Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing. Knowledge of legal and court documents and procedures. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with policyholders, courts, Lawyers and Judges. Ability to edit and proof legal documents.

Company Overview

Our Values

At TD we're guided by our purpose is to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues, and share a set of values that shape our culture and guide our behavior.

In exchange for how our colleagues show up to help TD succeed, we are committed to delivering a colleague experience grounded in Impact, Growth and a Culture of Care.

No matter where you work across TD, we empower you to make an impact at work and in your community, explore and grow your career and be part of our caring and inclusive culture.

Making Your Well-being a Priority
A caring and supportive culture that promotes colleague well-being is core to who we are.

At TD, we focus on total well-being with extensive programs to help colleagues assess, manage, and improve their well-being across four core pillars — physical, financial, social and mental/emotional.

In addition, we champion a safe, inclusive and supportive work environment to help colleagues feel a sense of belonging, and supported in their personal and professional growth.

Through our focus on total well-being, we know that we can help our colleagues thrive, contribute to our culture of care, and support better business outcomesbecause when colleagues feel their best, they're more likely to do their best.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our colleagues to help them, and their families achieve their well-being goals.

Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits including medical, dental, vision & mental health coverage, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs.

How We Work
At TD, we believe in-person connections fuel collaboration and collective creativity.

Our workplace experience empowers colleagues to do great work side-by-side at TD locations, while offering flexibility to work remotely where it makes sense for the work and team.

Our teams work in one of three workplace models:
hybrid, onsite and primarily remote. Wherever our colleagues are working, they'll always have access to the TD community and experience our culture of care.

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches.

Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world.

More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, t