Legal Assistant

Original job posting

The role involves managing administrative duties, coordinating calendars, and preparing legal documents under lawyer supervision. It also requires maintaining electronic files and transcribing digital dictation.

Job details

Legal Assistant – Plaintiff Personal Injury Law Glowinsky Law | Toronto, ON Full-time | Permanent Glowinsky Law is seeking a Legal Assistant with approximately 1–3 years of experience in Plaintiff personal injury law to join our team. Experience with tort claims, motor vehicle accidents, accident benefits, dog bites, falls, long-term disability benefits denials, and related personal injury matters is preferred. What We’re Looking For * Strong client-service approach and professional communication skills * Excellent spelling, grammar, proofreading, and attention to detail * Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills * Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines * Proactive approach with the ability to anticipate next steps * Strong written and verbal communication when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff, and third parties Qualifications * Completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program * Minimum 1 year of civil litigation experience * Minimum 1 year of Ontario Plaintiff personal injury experience * In-depth understanding of personal injury law and legal terminology * Strong knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure * Strong computer and typing skills (55+ WPM) * Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and digital dictation * Experience with PCLaw, Primafact, ACL, Tracument, Filevine, or similar legal technology is an asset Responsibilities * Manage administrative duties, including email and calendar management, meeting coordination, scanning, and circulation of mail * Prepare legal documents and correspondence under the supervision of lawyers, using precedents and instructions * Maintain organized and up-to-date physical and electronic files * Transcribe digital dictation as required * Coordinate with and delegate tasks to other administrative departments * Provide backup coverage for team members when required * Assist with other duties and projects as assigned What We Offer * Competitive salary * Group benefits package, including dental, extended health, and life insurance * On-site parking * A supportive and collaborative learning environment * Opportunities for professional growth within Plaintiff personal injury law Salary: $36,830.02–$64,827.17 per year, based on experience and qualifications. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Experience: Plaintiff Personal Injury Law in Ontario: 1 year (required) Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and salary expectations. All applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

What you’ll do

The role involves managing administrative duties, coordinating calendars, and preparing legal documents under lawyer supervision. It also requires maintaining electronic files and transcribing digital dictation.

Requirements

Candidates must have a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk qualification and at least one year of experience in Ontario Plaintiff personal injury law. Proficiency in legal technology and a strong understanding of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure are required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Extended health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Professional growth opportunities

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Client Service
• Professional Communication
• Proofreading
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Civil Litigation
• Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure
• Legal Terminology
• Typing (55+ WPM)
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Digital Dictation
• PCLaw
• Filevine

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative