Our client, a premier litigation boutique in the heart of Downtown Toronto is in search of a brilliant and well-polished civil litigation assistant with at least ten years previous experience with a complex civil Litigation practice. You should be a team player with a great attitude.

You would be responsible to

Prepare and complete all necessary documentation for a Litigation practice (pleadings, affidavits of documents, motion material)

Manage communications professionally with all internal and external clients and with opposite parties and counsel , as well as with the Courts

Manage and track due dates and timelines for litigation steps and court deadlines

The ability to be flexible to the changing demands of the job

Qualifications or Skill Required:

At least ten years previous experience with a very busy complex civil Litigation practice

Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and court process

Organized and meticulous with follow-up and detail

Ability to take the appropriate initiative and have good judgment

Ability to focus, prioritize and multitask

Flexible, team player that is client service oriented

Remains calm during stressful periods and embraces the challenges of demanding position

Communicate effectively and appropriately with all parties in a timely and composed manner