Legal Assistant (civil, real estate, and commercial litigation)

Tasks

• Responsibilities:
• Prepare, draft, and manage legal documents related to cases (summons, contracts, motions, etc.).
• Assist lawyers in tracking legal proceedings and meeting deadlines.
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, and other involved parties.
• Organize and ensure administrative follow-up of files (filing, archiving, updates).
• Draft correspondence, notes, and reports related to cases.
• Perform basic legal research and compile necessary information.
• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure smooth case management.
• Handle billing and client account follow-up according to firm procedures.
• Ensure confidentiality and adherence to professional standards.
• Perform other related tasks.
• If you are ready to take on new challenges, we want to meet you.

Advantages

• Competitive compensation reflecting your expertise.
• Comprehensive group insurance and five paid days off from the first year.
• Office closure during the holidays and vacations: starting at three weeks.
• Flexible schedule.
• Modern and comfortable offices with a break room, cozy cafeteria, outdoor terrace, and daily coffee.
• Free parking on site, close to major highways.
• Friendly and respectful atmosphere.
• Structured training from day one and ongoing support, within an accessible and experienced team.
• Diverse mandates and the opportunity to play a key role within a well-established firm.
• Strong company culture, with team activities, recognition, and a genuine sense of belonging.

Job requirements

• Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) or College Diploma (DEC) in legal techniques or office administration with a legal specialization.
• Minimum two years of experience in civil and commercial litigation.
• Strong asset: experience in corporate commercial law, real estate and construction law, public law, municipal law, or conflict of interest management.
• Knowledge of Jurisconcept software.
• Knowledge of the Register of Personal and Movable Real Rights (RDPRM).
• Functional bilingualism (approximately 10% of clients are English-speaking).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent command of French, both oral and written.

Desired profile

• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Comfortable interacting with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.