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Job Title


Labour & Employment Legal Assistant


Company : Ruby & Co.


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-05-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About the CompanyOur client, a leading law firm is seeking a Labour & Employment Legal Assistant to join their team. Responsibilities:Prepare, draft, revise, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, contracts, policies, and tribunal documentation.File and serve legal documents with courts and administrative tribunals, including the Ontario Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal, and Superior Court of Justice.Manage lawyer calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and discovery sessions.Open, maintain, and close client files in accordance with firm policies and Law Society of Ontario requirements.Perform conflict checks and coordinate with docketing/records departments.Handle client communication, including intake, follow-up, and responding to general inquiries.Monitor deadlines, limitation periods, and hearing dates; assist in docketing and time-entry processes.Support billing and invoicing processes through document preparation and coordination with accounting.Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employment-related matters with discretion.Requirements:Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent experience.Minimum 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant in labour and employment or civil litigation.Familiarity with Ontario labour boards, tribunals, court rules, and procedures.Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and processes related to employment law.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and legal practice management software. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.CompensationThis role offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits package, hybrid remote schedule, and collaborative work environment.