Company: Robert Half

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:26:06 GMT

Job description: We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our client on a contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will provide vital support to a team of three lawyers, ensuring the smooth management of legal and administrative tasks. This position offers a blend of on-site and remote work, with four days in the office and one day from home each week.Responsibilities:

• Manage and organize legal documents, including preparing, reviewing, and maintaining case files and binders.

• Provide proactive administrative support by anticipating the needs of the lawyers and ensuring all materials are ready for upcoming tasks.

• Assist in billing and accounting processes, utilizing software tools such as Acumin to ensure accurate and timely invoicing.

• Coordinate calendars and schedules, ensuring appointments, deadlines, and meetings are efficiently managed.

• Collaborate with the team to provide limited client communication and support as required.

• Utilize advanced software tools like Adobe Pro and iManage for document management and preparation.

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

• Support case management by ensuring all necessary details and documents are well-organized and accessible.

• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and provide assistance in other areas as needed.
• A Legal Assistant Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of five years of experience in a legal assistant or similar role.
• Proficiency in software such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro, iManage, and Acumin.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Familiarity with billing functions and case management software.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Experience in a law firm environment is an asset, particularly in workplace investigations.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.4154. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert Half est la première et la plus grande firme de solutions de gestion des talents spécialisées au monde, qui met en relation des chercheurs d’emploi hautement qualifiés avec des opportunités au sein de grandes entreprises. Nous offrons…