Litigation Law Clerk/Legal Assistant
About Our Firm
We strive every day to surpass our clients' expectations by understanding their needs and providing strategic and straightforward advice. We are fully engaged and responsive and ensure that every matter receives the highest quality of work and commitment.
We represent financial institutions, secured and unsecured lenders, trustees, receivers and debtors, developers and builders, insurers, private corporations, individuals, and finance companies throughout all areas of banking and financing, restructuring, bankruptcy and insolvency matters, residential and commercial real estate, insurance defense, corporate and commercial law and litigation matters.
At LZW, we advocate for the interests of our clients and provide our clients with the straightforward and honest advice they need. We have cultivated strong, long-lasting personable relationships with our clients and our team will always exceed a client’s expectations.
Skills & Qualifications
- Preparation of documents connected to litigation process;
- Preparation of accounts for monthly billings;
- Ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented environment;
- Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate from a recognized institution;
- Strong technical skills with proficiency in MS Office applications;
- Experience with legal accounting software (PC Law, Soluno, etc.) considered an asset;
- Superior written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail; and
- Experience managing a lawyer(s) practice.
Responsibilities:
- Assist two lawyers with a busy and demanding litigation practice;
- Prepare and complete all necessary litigation documentation such as motion records, pleadings, notices, affidavits, etc.;
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
- Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients;
- Ensure all filing is organized and up to date daily, both physical and electronic;
- Handle administrative details with respect to calendar management, client meetings, accounting, closing files and docketing; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
