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    Senior Legal Assistant/Law Clerk - Toronto, ON, Canada - Levitt Sheikh LLP

    Levitt Sheikh LLP
    Levitt Sheikh LLP Toronto, ON, Canada

    1 week ago

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    Description

    Levitt Sheikh is the definitive employment and labour litigation firm of choice for clients in Canada. We provide strategic and thoughtful advice to a broad range of clients, including retail, telecommunication, corporate and individual clients. Our corporate culture is based on teamwork and commitment. We have by far the highest media profile of any firm in the country. For additional information about the firm, visit our website at

    Applicants must have a legal assistant diploma from a recognized legal program and a minimum of five (5) years of experience working in the area of civil litigation. A background in employment law is considered an asset. The applicant must have a strong work ethic, be collaborative, analytical, adaptable, positive, and proactive.

    Responsibilities:

    • Provide executive-level administrative support to lawyers and enhance office effectiveness
    • Prepare/transcribe, edit, format, and revise correspondence, memoranda, reports, litigation documents, forms, and other documentation
    • Proofread documents/correspondence, check for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar, etc.
    • Answer and direct phone calls
    • Assist lawyers in the preparation and coordination of hearings and trials
    • Record and monitor court appearance dates, pleadings and filing requirements
    • Coordinate service and filing of proceedings with agencies and courts
    • Schedule and coordinate discoveries, expert witnesses, mediations, or other court-designated hearings
    • Monitor and follow-up with evidence gathering
    • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of legal terminology, court rules and procedures, as well as labour and employment terminology, where applicable
    • Enter dockets; liaise with the Accounting department
    • Prepare and submit expense reports for lawyers
    • Maintain lawyers' contact lists

    Required skills:

    • Experience working as a legal assistant
    • Minimum five (5) years of experience working in a law firm with a focus on civil litigation and particularly employment and labour litigation
    • Qualification of either Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma
    • Familiarity with law, legal procedures, protocols, and court system
    • Strong knowledge of legal terminology and Ontario's Rules of Civil Procedure
    • High proficiency in English
    • Attention to detail and superior word processing, spelling, proofreading and editing skills
    • Superior organizational skills
    • Fast and accurate typing speed with excellent attention to detail and diligent proofreading skills
    • Ability to manage multiple activities and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
    • Decisiveness and an ability to carry out with minimal supervision and direction
    • Professional attitude with maintaining strong client relationship
    • Possess a team-player attitude and keen enthusiasm, and ability to deal with all levels of staff
    • Proficiency using MS Office, Outlook and GhostPractice
    • Experience with Philips SpeechExec dictation is a plus
    • Knowledge of electronic filing of documents through CaseLines and One-Key
    • High level of discretion and confidentiality
    • Hours of work are from 9 am to 5:30 pm.; flexibility required to meet important deadlines.

    Salary based on experience

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Pay: $75,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Dental care
    • Extended health care
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision care

    Flexible Language Requirement:

    • French not required

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • No weekends

    Experience:

    • legal assistant: 5 years (required)

    Work Location: In person

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