Legal Assistant - General Litigation

The Legal Assistant role supports the day-to-day activities of lawyers within the Litigation practice group.  This role is responsible for document preparation and general practice administration responsible for filing of documentation data entry and data management correspondence and calendar management and emails. This position provides support in the efficient and effective management of the practice including scheduling and greeting clients etc.

• Provides support int he efficient and effective management of the practice including scheduling greeting clients file management documentation management etc.;
• Prepares account related documents (i.e. docket entries billing summaries accounts etc.;
• Facilitates professional communication between lawyer(s) clients and external contracts;
• Filing documents at various levels of court as required;
• Prepares performs other duties as may be assigned and or required from time to time.

Qualifications :

• 1-3 years general litigation experience;
• Thorough and current knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure and Ontario Court Practice Directions;
• Demonstrated experience providing administrative support in an environment with a variety of functions;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and risk-assess high volumes of work responding to shifting priorities as necessary;
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate accountability flexibility and adaptability;
• Advanced communication skills both verbal and written and strong aptitude for attention to detail;
• Decisive and able to work with minimal direction / supervision;
• Organize the work and or schedules of the lawyer as needed to ensure that deadlines are met ensure appropriate follow-ups are done and that clients receive good service.  Carry out job functions efficiently and accurately including when under certain tight time frames;
• Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness work independently be well organized and possesses a strong knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word Outlook PCLaw Excel and Adobe Pro;
• Exceptional attitude and work ethic;
• Willingness to assist others voluntarily or as requested in a team environment;
• Enjoy working in a large office and busy team environment;
• Willingness and ability to support and enhance the Firms presence and goals.

Additional Information :

Sullivan Mahoney LLP is one of Niagaras most distinguished and trusted law firms.  Our success lies with our knowledgeable and dedicated lawyers and staff.  We strongly believe in our people - their efforts reflect our culture.  From a commitment to client success to the new ideas they generate our employees have succeeded in making us what we are today.

We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Sullivan Mahoney LLP is committed to proving accommodations for people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Employment Equity Statement

The diversity of our workplace is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our knowledge and excellence.  Sullivan Mahoney LLP strives to embody the values of respect collaboration and diversity and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The Firm seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion who will contribute to the diversification and ideas and perspectives.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time