Daoust Vukovich LLP is a boutique Toronto law firm focused on commercial leasing, real estate, and litigation. Over the past 30 years, DV has established itself as a go-to firm for clients who acquire, develop, and use commercial real estate. The firm has a clear sense of vision and a best-in-class practice and management approach. We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Leasing Legal Assistant.

Responsibilities

· Process and revise electronic documents, edit, and prepare blacklining.

· Docket entry, pre-bill, and account preparation using Soluno.

· Practice management, including appointment scheduling and arranging conference calls.

· Apply proofreading and editing skills to documents and correspondence.

· Digital and physical file management and keeping clerks/lawyers apprised of matters.

· Perform other duties as required to achieve firm objectives.

Your skills and attributes:

· Committed to contributing to a strong team culture with a positive attitude.

· Sound judgement regarding confidential and sensitive matters.

· Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage conflicting priorities.

· Highly motivated, organized, resourceful, and diplomatic problem solver.

· Detail-oriented with good organizational skills and time management.

· Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision.

· Superior computer skills

To be successful in this role, you should have:

· Fluent written and spoken English.

· Strong communication skills

· A post-secondary education

· Law firm experience is preferred

· Some knowledge of corporate or commercial leasing transactions or a strong willingness to learn.

· Familiarity with various legal documents including agreements, leases, letters, etc.

· Extensive experience with MS Office

· Some experience with Litera Compare, and Soluno

This position will be working in the office full time.

How to Apply

Our firm offers competitive remuneration including a bonus opportunity and 100% employer paid benefits, and opportunities for growth.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants and, on request, will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout our recruitment process.

We thank all of those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable working full time from the office?

Education

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience

• Administrative: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person