Civil Litigation LAA - 12 Month Leave

Join a dynamic legal team as a Civil Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant, supporting experienced litigators in a fast-paced and engaging environment. This 12-month maternity leave contract offers the opportunity to deepen your litigation experience, work closely with senior legal professionals, and potentially extend your role beyond the initial term.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established law firm with a strong reputation in civil litigation. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, high professional standards, and commitment to delivering exceptional client service. With a team-oriented environment and supportive leadership, they foster professional growth while maintaining a structured and detail-driven workplace.

About The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a busy litigation practice. You will gain hands-on experience contributing directly to case preparation and file management. The position offers valuable exposure to complex litigation files, with the possibility of an extension based on business needs and performance.

About The Position

As a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to a senior partner and two associates focused on civil litigation matters. Your responsibilities will include drafting and preparing legal documents such as pleadings, correspondence, and court materials, as well as organizing binders and trial documents. You will coordinate discovery, trial dates, and meetings, conduct online registry searches, and manage both electronic and physical filing systems. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fully in-office setting.

The Requirements

• Legal Administrative Assistant certificate from a recognized program
• 3–5 years of legal administrative experience
• Experience in civil litigation and trial preparation preferred
• Proficiency with ESILaw, Worldox, and Microsoft Office (considered an asset)

Compensation

• Salary range: $65,000 – $75,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collegial team environment with approachable leadership

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.