Legal Assistant– Estates and Commercial Litigation - 3+ Years - London (Hybrid)

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service. Lerners is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Dispute Resolution & Advocacy practice group in the London, Ontario office. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience working in a similar position. The primary duties include legal administrative and practice support for multiple busy litigation lawyers with practices in estates litigation and commercial litigation. This is a Hybrid position and requires a minimum of three days per week in the office. The deadline to apply is September 10, 2026, at 5;00 p.m. Primary Responsibilities: * Serve as a key administrative and practice support resource including scheduling calls, meetings, examinations, appointments, and maintaining ongoing client communications. * Coordinate and maintain lawyer calendars, meetings, deadlines, reminders, and an effective bring-forward system. * Request conflict checks and assist with opening, maintaining, and closing files. * Draft, format, proofread, and process legal documents and correspondence based on precedents. * Prepare, compile, serve, file, and track court and tribunal materials, including motion records and other legal documents. * Monitor key deadlines and procedural requirements, applying knowledge of applicable rules and processes to ensure timely completion of tasks. * Organize, maintain, scan, and upload file materials within the firm's document management system. * Compile, upload, and transmit documents securely through electronic filing systems, secure file transfer platforms, and online portals. * Prepare, send, and follow up on client invoices and related administrative matters. * Communicate professionally with clients, courts, experts, service providers, and other external stakeholders. * Independently prioritize competing demands and resolve non-routine administrative and procedural issues using sound judgment and established practices. * Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism. * Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in managing changing priorities and practice needs. * Perform other duties related to the administration of the practice. Qualifications: * Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably within a litigation environment. * Strong knowledge of legal administrative procedures and applicable court or tribunal processes. * Strong understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure, including service requirements, filing procedures, and limitation and procedural deadlines. * Proven ability to identify and resolve non-routine issues through the appropriate interpretation of procedures, methods, and standards. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong commitment to client service and professionalism. * Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities, workloads, and practice needs. * Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. * Advanced proficiency with legal technology and Microsoft Office applications. * Experience with ACL, Case Center, Justice Services Online (JSO), RelativityOne, iManage, and/or OneDrive is considered an asset. * Experience working in a hybrid or remote work environment is considered an asset. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response. Benefits of Working at Lerners Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary: Target Hiring Range: $55,670- $65,900 Commensurate with skill level, years of experience, and aligned with internal and market equity. This posting reflects a new vacancy within the organization. Benefits: * Eligibility for salary adjustments and performance-based incentive bonuses * Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care * LTD insurance * Life insurance * Parking/Transit reimbursement * RRSP matching program * Paid Volunteer Time * Referral Bonus * Employee Assistance Program Why Lerners? Lerners is a leading regional law firm with four offices across Southwestern Ontario and Toronto, offering the strength of a full-service practice with the collaboration and support of a close-knit team. We’re proud of our nearly 100-year history, our reputation for excellence, and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. At Lerners, your work will have impact, your ideas will be valued, and your career will grow in an environment that respects both professional ambition and life outside the office. Accessibility & Inclusion We’re committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion — and supporting applicants of all abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please get in touch with us at [email protected].

The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and practice support to litigation lawyers, including managing calendars, scheduling, and client communications. They are also responsible for drafting legal documents, maintaining files, and ensuring compliance with court filing procedures and deadlines.

Candidates must have 3-5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in a litigation environment. Proficiency in the Rules of Civil Procedure, legal technology, and strong organizational skills are required for this role.

• Salary adjustments • Performance-based incentive bonuses • Health care • Extended health care • Dental care • Vision care • LTD insurance • Life insurance • Parking/Transit reimbursement • RRSP matching program • Paid volunteer time • Referral bonus • Employee assistance program

• Time managementPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• Legal administrative support
• Litigation support
• Estates litigation
• Commercial litigation
• Document drafting
• Proofreading
• Court filing
• Calendar management
• Conflict checks
• Client communication
• Rules of civil procedure
• Legal technology
• Microsoft office
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Support Services
• Professionalism
• Organizational Skills
• Legal Technology
• Advocacy
• Adaptability
• Commercial Laws
• Lawsuits
• Civil Procedures
• Communication
• Document Management Systems
• Dispute Resolution
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Optometry
• File Transfer
• Invoicing
• Microsoft Office
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Scheduling
• Filing
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

• Legal
• Administrative
• Litigation Legal Assistant
• Paralegal / Legal Assistant
• Legal and Related Associate Professionals
• Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week