Legal Assistant in Litigation

This renowned law firm is looking for a litigation assistant for its Montreal office.

Role and Responsibilities of the Position:
- Complex agenda management and meeting deadlines;
- Daily assistance to lawyers;
- Management of a large volume of emails;
- Transcription, revision and finalization of various legal documents and procedures;
- Management of legal deadlines and procedures;
- Maintenance and filing of documents according to the Court's procedures;
- Telephone communications with customers;
- Contact management in Interaction;
- Opening of files;
- Invoicing (including ebilling);
- Application of internal procedures.

Education and experience required:
- Diploma of Secondary Vocational Studies (DVS) or Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC) in Office Automation, with a legal specialization;
- 5 to 10 years of experience in legal secretarial litigation;
- Fluency in Word and very good knowledge of the MsOffice suite;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both in English and French;
- Excellent organizational skills and speed of execution;
- Excellent initiative, sense of responsibility and resourcefulness;
- Reliability, professionalism, punctuality, team spirit, discretion;
- Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously, emergencies and prioritize tasks;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Availability to work overtime, when required.

Job Benefits
- Paid overtime.
- Time in the bank possible up to 35 hours per year.
- Participation in an RRSP after one year with employer contribution.
- Group insurance paid at 100% from day 1 for dental and medication and after 3 months for disability.
- Sick days: no fixed number.
- Gym or sport paid at 80% up to $650 per year.

Do you want to join a dynamic team in a professional firm where the respect and well-being of employees are a priority? Give us the privilege of getting to know you!