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Our client, a highly regarded Labour & Employment law firm in Toronto, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive support to lawyers specializing in employment litigation and labour law matters. Prepare, proofread, and manage legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence. Assist in the preparation and filing of documents with various courts and tribunals (e.g., Ontario Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal). Coordinate discovery and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, evidence, and witness lists. Maintain and organize client files, both paper and electronic, ensuring all materials are updated and accessible. Draft client communications, status reports, and meeting notes. Conduct legal research on labour and employment law matters, including case law and statutes. Manage calendars for deadlines, hearings, meetings, and court appearances. Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other stakeholders. Assist in managing billing and timekeeping for assigned cases. Requirements 2+ years of experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal with a focus on Labour & Employment law, preferably with experience in Litigation. Proficiency in preparing and managing legal documents, including drafting correspondence, pleadings, and discovery documents. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. High attention to detail, strong proofreading skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal case management software. Compensation and schedule This role offers a salary up to $60,000, commensurate with experience, and comprehensive benefits package. This role is working on a hybrid remote schedule. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Legal Industries Legal Services #J-18808-Ljbffr