Legal Assistant - Jobs in Montréal, Québec, Canada, H3B 2G2

Job Description

Legal Assistant Our client is a multidisciplinary law firm that emphasizes innovation and commitment in a dynamic work environment. With a passionate team, the firm strives to offer progressive and creative solutions to its clients. To support its operations, it is seeking a bilingual Legal Assistant for its Montréal office.What is in it for you:• Annual salary of $70.000 to $80.000, based on experience.• Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week.• Work schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday. • Office presence: 2 days per week.• Remote work: On other days, except for in-person meetings or training sessions.• Meetings and training: Occasional in-person attendance required.• Health and dental coverage, as well as long-term disability benefits.• Professional development opportunities, including an annual training and tuition reimbursement allowance.• Subsidized fitness program and wellness-related activities.• Employee Assistance Program.• Casual dress code.• Annual company closure for Wellness and Mental Health Day.• Personal days to help balance external commitments.• Early departure on Fridays before long weekends.• Financial incentive for employee referrals.• Regular employee appreciation events.• An attractive corporate culture that fosters social interactions and teamwork.Responsibilities:• Prepare and draft various documents and correspondence.• Draft standard letters, memoranda, and legal pleadings.• Organize trials, discovery procedures, etc., and prepare the necessary documentation.• Interact with clients by phone and in person.• Schedule appointments for clients.• Maintain a filing system, including a reminder system.• Sort incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail.• Perform other related duties as required.What you will need to succeed:• Diploma in legal secretarial studies or equivalent training.• 3 to 5 years of experience as a legal assistant in a law firm.• Excellent proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written, to effectively interact with a diverse clientele and draft documents in both languages.• Strong written and verbal communication skills.• Ability to draft correspondence and standard documents with minimal supervision.• Strong administrative and organizational skills.• High attention to detail and ability to manage a significant workload.• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.• Experience in litigation is preferred.Why Recruit ActionRecruit Action (agency permit: AP-2000003) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach to job seekers and businesses. Only candidates who match hiring criteria will be contacted.# WTL140325