Litigation Legal Assistant

Grow within a multidisciplinary law firm recognized for its litigation expertise and stimulating professional environment. Based in Montréal, this key legal support role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team in an international context, work on diverse files, benefit from a hybrid work model, and access strong professional development opportunities.

What is in it for you:

• Annual salary of 65K-75K, based on experience. • Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week. • Day schedule, Monday to Friday. • Full-time office presence required during the first 3 months to support onboarding and training. • Hybrid work model thereafter: 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely per week. • 3 weeks of vacation upon hire, with flexibility depending on experience. • Group insurance plan (health, dental, and long-term disability) offered after 3 months. • Employee assistance program. • Subsidized fitness program. • Health and wellness activities. • Employee referral financial incentives. • Early leave on Fridays before long weekends. • Regular staff appreciation events. • Casual dress code. • Collaborative and friendly work environment focused on support and social interaction.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and draft various legal documents and professional correspondence. • Draft template letters, memoranda, and different legal procedures. • Provide support during trials, examinations, and other stages of the judicial process, and prepare the required documentation. • Interact with clients by phone and in person in a professional manner. • Schedule and coordinate client appointments. • Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems, including reminder systems. • Sort incoming mail and prepare outgoing correspondence. • Perform various administrative and related tasks as required by the team.

What you will need to succeed:

• Diploma in Legal Secretarial Studies. • 3 years of experience as a legal assistant within a law firm. • Litigation experience required. • Fluency in French and English to communicate effectively with a bilingual clientele and handle documentation in both languages. • Strong administrative and organizational skills. • Ability to draft correspondence and standard documents with minimal supervision. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team. • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

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.