$50,000 to $70,000 per year according to experience
Job category
Legal
Type of job
Permanent
Schedule
Day shift from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 37.5 hours per week
A law firm specialized in commercial and tax litigation is looking for a management ace to ensure the support for the success of a multitude of legal files. If you are known as a resourceful and rigorous person who knows all legal terminology, a wide range of professionals are waiting for you.
Our client, who has been in business law for over 30 years, is looking for a reliable and dedicated person to fill a legal assistant position for their law firm in downtown Montreal. Reporting to the Head of Department, the person will be responsible for supporting the partners in litigation.
Tasks
Prepare, draft and review procedures as well as other legal documents.
Open al new files.
Finalize final proceedings and court filings.
Follow up for procedural timeframes.
Follow up with clients, bailiffs and court representatives.
Manage files and documents.
Answer calls and emails from layers.
Assist lawyers in prioritizing their agenda.
Maintain employee relations database.
Prepare expense reports.
Support lawyers in all aspects of business development.
Support lawyers and the entire team in all other duties related to the position.
If you are ready to take on new challenges, we would like to meet you!
Advantages
5-minute walk from McGill Metro.
Benefits package fully paid by the employer
Group insurance offered from the 1st day.
Hybrid work mode offered by the employer (40% telework and 60% presential)
Vacations negotiable according to experience
Company that cares about its employees
Continuous training related to the job, paid by the employer
Job requirements
DCS in Paralegalism or ACS in Legal Secretarial or Office Automation.
At least 1 to 3 years of experience in the legal field.
Extensive knowledge of litigation procedures in Quebec, an asset.
Knowledge of procedures in the Federal Court, Tax Court of Canada and Supreme Court of Canada (an asset).
Being French-English bilingual, especially written to meet the needs of the bilingual clientele.
Extensive knowledge of the Office Suite.
Desired profile
Have initiative and organization.
Be thorough in their work.
Be versatile and enjoy teamwork.
Ability to manage priorities and work under tight deadlines.