R&D LLP, a respected boutique law firm located in central/downtown Toronto, (Yorkville area) seeks a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented experienced paralegal/legal assistant with strong project management skills. This role offers a fully remote opportunity although with attendance at firm social or client events from time to time. You will manage complex and significant matters in civil/commercial litigation, ensuring efficient operations within our dynamic team. Candidates must be located in the Province of Ontario.
Key Responsibilities:
- Case and Project Management: The primary responsibility for this role is to oversee the progression of cases and files within the Litigation Practice Group. (must be your strongest skillset)
- Preparation and Coordination: Prepare files for trial and coordinate all stages of civil litigation actions. Deadline and
- Deliverables Management: Monitor deadlines and ensure the completion of deliverables by the litigation group including keeping team members on track and accountable for case deliverables.
- Client and Witness Interaction: Conduct interviews and maintain and ensure communication with clients to keep them informed of case status and cultivating client satisfaction throughout the case.
- Calendar and Scheduling: Manage lawyers’ and the practice group’s calendars and coordinate various legal matters including court dates, deadlines, limitation periods and tickler reminders.
- Legal Drafting: Assist in drafting pleadings, motion records, and other court documents under the supervision of counsel.
- Quality Control: Ensure adherence to firm policies and the highest standards of legal practice.
- Client Relations: Maintain regular contact with clients, ensuring their continued satisfaction and engagement including cultivating referral relationships and obtaining positive client reviews.
- Professional Demeanor: Strong interpersonal skills and a positive professional attitude.
- Excellent writing skills, active listening skills, and diligent work ethic.
- Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of litigation-related technology, including Adobe Professional and Caselines.
- Litigation Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of civil and commercial litigation processes including the Rules of Civil Procedure and applicable practice directions relevant to the practice.
- Autonomy: Capability to work independently, meeting production goals with minimal supervision.
- Experience: 3-5 years as a Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant demonstrating excellent case management skills.
- Salary: Base salary $55,000 to $76,000 CAD depending upon experience
- Bonus opportunity: Variable compensation component based upon achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) on a monthly/quarterly basis
- Benefits: Enrollment in firm benefits plan (health and dental for employees; currently using Sun Life as benefits provider)
Work Arrangement:
- Remote Work: Primary location is fully remote, with occasional required attendance at the firm’s downtown Toronto office and live within the Provence of Ontario.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST, with flexibility required as dictated by case demands.
How to Apply: If you are interested in contributing to R&D LLP’s success and taking charge of your professional role, please submit your resume and a cover letter sharing why case/project management is your strongest skillset and your success in handling this responsibility.
Cover Letter Required sharing why case/project management is your strongest skillset and your success in handling this responsibility.
We appreciate your interest in a career at R&D LLP and will contact candidates who best meet our qualification requirements. Please no direct or agency inquiries.
