Corporate Legal Assistant

Corporate & Litigation Legal Assistant

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000

Our client, a highly regarded full-service law firm in downtown Toronto, is seeking an experienced Corporate & Litigation Legal Assistant to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and supporting lawyers across both corporate/commercial and litigation matters. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring files are managed efficiently, deadlines are met, and clients receive exceptional service.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and thrives in a collaborative environment where professionalism, accuracy, and responsiveness are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Support

• Prepare, revise, and format corporate and commercial documents, correspondence, and transactional materials.
• Assist with incorporations, corporate reorganizations, annual resolutions, and other corporate maintenance matters.
• Manage document execution processes and coordinate signatures.
• Organize and maintain corporate records and minute books.
• Assist lawyers with transaction closings and post-closing documentation.

Litigation Support

• Draft, revise, and file court documents in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Prepare affidavits, motion materials, pleadings, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Coordinate discoveries, mediations, hearings, and court appearances.
• Manage litigation calendars, limitation periods, and critical deadlines.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical file materials.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Manage lawyer calendars, meetings, and client communications.
• Prepare accounts, expense reports, and file-related administrative documentation.
• Coordinate communication with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court offices.
• Ensure files are maintained accurately and efficiently from opening through closing.

Qualifications

• Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent legal education.
• 3+ years of experience supporting lawyers within Corporate/Commercial and/or Litigation practices.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and court filing requirements.
• Experience working with document management systems and legal software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.