Role Overview
Unified LLP is hiring a entry-level Legal Assistant - Employment and Disability Insurance. This is a full-time role in CA. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Unified LLP is growing again!
We are a collegial and collaborative law firm practicing plaintiff side employment law and disability insurance law (short-term and long-term disability).
Our office is looking to hire a Legal Assistant to join our growing team.
Summary of Responsibilities include:
- With direction, complete administrative tasks related to short-term and long-term disability matters
- Draft, review and proofread correspondence, documents and forms ensuring accuracy and completeness before sending out or filing
- Organize, open and manage client files
- Order requisite records, including medical records
- Ensure time-sensitive documents are managed effectively
- Be familiar with the filing requirements for Ontario Courts
- Maintain tickler systems to monitor key dates for task management
- Schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments as required
- General administrative duties including scanning and binding
- Posting of expenses (matter and non-matter) and paying invoices
- Others duties as assigned
Core Skills & Requirements:
- REQUIRED: Experience and/or strong familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure of Ontario
- REQUIRED: Minimum of 2-year experience as a legal assistant in litigation in Ontario
- REQUIRED: Minimum of 1 year experience as a legal assistant in disability insurance law in Ontario (i.e., short-term and long-term disability)
- REQUIRED: experience with Clio
- REQUIRED: experience with OCPP
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams) and Adobe Acrobat
- Possess well-developed organizational and time management skills in order to manage multiple priorities with ease in order to meet tight deadlines
- Strong communication skills help you to build relationships and provide excellent client service
- As a confident self-starter, you work well both independently, and in a team environment
- Operate with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail
- Show good judgment and respond well to constructive feedback
Salary: competitive with industry standards and will depend on factors, including level of relevant experience and fit with our firm.
Starting from $55,000 – $62,000.
Benefits: The position also includes group benefits.
This is an In-Person role with the opportunity to become hybrid.
We will only consider those that meet the required qualifications.
Please address your resume and references to Christopher Kim. All documents received will be held in strict confidence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $55,000.00-$62,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Extended health care
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Legal Assistant - Employment and Disability Insurance position at Unified LLP?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Unified LLP. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Legal Assistant - Employment and Disability Insurance position at Unified LLP located?
This position is based in CA. Unified LLP has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Legal Assistant - Employment and Disability Insurance at Unified LLP earn?
Unified LLP has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Legal Assistant - Employment and Disability Insurance role at Unified LLP posted?
This role was posted on April 14, 2026 (69 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Legal Assistant - Employment and Disability Insurance role at Unified LLP entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Unified LLP has listed.
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