Recruit Action inc.

*Legal Assistant – Litigation

Recruit Action inc.  •  Montréal, CA (Remote)  •  13 days ago
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Job Description


Legal Assistant – Litigation
Join a dynamic legal environment where each day brings stimulating challenges and a variety of civil and commercial litigation files. Work within teams generally composed of one partner and two associates, in a setting where autonomy, professionalism, and teamwork are highly valued. With your strong organizational skills and attention to detail, you will play a key role in supporting legal teams and ensuring the smooth management of files in a motivating and structured environment.

What is in it for you:
• Salary between 70K-90K, depending on experience.
• Permanent full-time daytime position.
• Hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.
• Occasional presence required on Mondays and Fridays.
• Work within collaborative teams composed of 1 partner and 2 associates.
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage from day 1.
• Employee Assistance Program and telemedicine services.
• Group RRSP with employer contributions of up to 5%.
• $600 annual wellness allowance.
• 8 personal days, paid out at year-end if unused.

Responsibilities:
• Provide administrative and legal support to the lawyers assigned to the role.
• Establish contacts and follow up with various stakeholders, including clients, lawyers, and opposing parties.
• Handle file opening, paper or electronic filing, follow-up, and organization of files, including court notices and lists of exhibits.
• Prepare standard litigation procedures and legal documents.
• Transcribe, draft, and revise legal documents.
• Draft emails and review draft proceedings.
• Coordinate evidence management, filing, and dictation.
• Manage lawyers’ calendars and ensure rigorous follow-up of deadlines, court matters, and important reminders.
• Coordinate the organization of examinations and depositions.
• Perform any other related administrative tasks as needed.

What you will need to succeed:
• Legal training with a specialization in law, including a DEC or any other relevant related education.
• 5 years of experience in a similar role as a Legal Assistant in litigation.
• Strong knowledge of civil and commercial litigation procedures.
• Excellent spoken and written French skills, with professional-level English required to communicate and follow up with clients, lawyers, and other parties involved in litigation matters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills, autonomy, and sense of responsibility.
• Strong initiative and dynamic attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong client-service mindset.
• Strong team spirit.
• High level of rigor, discretion, and attention to detail.

Why Recruit Action?
Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.
Recruit Action inc.

About Recruit Action inc.

Our mission:

Recruit Action provides quality recruitment services through support and a personalized approach for both job seekers and businesses.

Doing business with Recruit Action ensures:

• Peace of mind

• Professional, personalized, and courteous service

• Follow-ups according to your needs (daily or weekly)

• A partnership

• Working with passionate head hunters who have a thorough knowledge of the job market

• Service focused on quality

Our success is linked to the success of both our corporate clients and job seekers, whom we consider as partners.

• We offer a specialized service and we understand the needs of our customers.

• We recognize that today's market is complex and requires personalized services.

• We understand the importance for companies to hire a person who shares the organization's values.

• We understand the importance for job seekers to find the job that’s right for them in the long term.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Montréal, CA
Year Founded
2009
Website
recruteaction.com
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