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Bilingual Legal Assistant, Litigation

Canada, Montréal Employment contract 65000.00 - 78000.00 CAD / Year · Job Posted June 01, 2026
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Are you looking for a new administrative challenge? Are you interested in a career in the legal sector? Do you have experience as a Legal Assistant in litigation? Are you looking to join a national organization that fosters the personal development of individuals and offers stimulating career prospects? Our client, a major national legal firm, is looking to hire a legal assistant for their office in downtown Montreal. Please don't hesitate to apply if you think you are the right fit for the role!

Job Responsibility

  • Document Production: Prepare, edit, and proofread complex legal correspondence and litigation documents from dictation or drafts, ensuring strict adherence to formatting and practice standards
  • Workflow Coordination: Delegate and oversee tasks assigned to resource groups (Document Specialists, Billing, etc.) to ensure timely and accurate completion
  • Litigation Support: Assist with hearing and trial preparation, coordinate the service and filing of proceedings, and manage court-designated hearings and expert witnesses
  • Docketing & Scheduling: Proactively manage lawyer calendars, maintaining an in-depth knowledge of court rules and deadlines
  • File Lifecycle Management: Oversee the opening, organization, and retrieval of complex electronic and physical client records in coordination with Records Management
  • Client & Administrative Support: Manage travel itineraries, expense reports, and client meeting logistics while maintaining updated contact databases
  • Communication Handling: Screen and direct incoming calls and mail, responding to routine inquiries and managing messenger services with professional discretion
  • Financial Administration: Coordinate new Client and Matter openings and facilitate billing-related activities
  • Team Collaboration: Provide high-level backup support for other assistants and collaborate with functional departments like Office Services and Marketing
  • Continuous Learning: Actively maintain technical skills and stay current on legal and medical terminology where applicable

Requirements

  • Bilingual (French & English) required
  • Legal Assistant Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a litigation legal assistant
  • Strong attention to detail and superior word processing, spelling, proofreading and editing skills
  • Capacity to perform duties with speed and accuracy
  • Strong time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure to meet important deadlines
  • Ability to follow-up on files and delays with minimal supervision
  • High level of discretion and confidentiality
  • Flexibility to occasionally work overtime

What we offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • 3-4 weeks vacation (based on experience)
  • 6 personal days + 2 extra days (1 for volunteer and one for birthday)
  • Comprehensive insurance package as of day 1, paid by company
  • Work Model: 4 days working in the office and one day remotely
  • Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

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