*Senior Litigation Legal Assistant

Senior Litigation Legal Assistant

Grow within a multidisciplinary law firm recognized for its litigation expertise and stimulating professional environment. Based in Montréal, this key legal support role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team in an international context, work on diverse files, benefit from a hybrid work model, and access strong professional development opportunities.

What is in it for you:

• Annual salary of 80K-90K, depending on experience.

• Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week.

• Day schedule, Monday to Friday.

• Full-time office presence required during the first 3 months to support onboarding and training.

• Hybrid work model thereafter: 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely per week.

• 4 weeks of vacation upon hire, with flexibility depending on experience.

• Group insurance plan (health, dental, and long-term disability) offered after 3 months.

• Employee assistance program.

• Subsidized fitness program.

• Health and wellness activities.

• Employee referral financial incentives.

• Early leave on Fridays before long weekends.

• Regular staff appreciation events.

• Casual dress code.

• Collaborative and friendly work environment focused on support and social interaction.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and draft various legal documents and professional correspondence.

• Draft template letters, memoranda, and different legal procedures.

• Provide support during trials, examinations, and other stages of the judicial process, and prepare the required documentation.

• Interact with clients by phone and in person in a professional manner.

• Schedule and coordinate client appointments.

• Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems, including reminder systems.

• Sort incoming mail and prepare outgoing correspondence.

• Perform various administrative and related tasks as required by the team.

What you will need to succeed:

• Diploma in Legal Secretarial Studies.

• 8 years of experience as a legal assistant within a law firm.

• Litigation experience required.

• Fluency in French and English to communicate effectively with a bilingual clientele and handle documentation in both languages.

• Strong administrative and organizational skills.

• Ability to draft correspondence and standard documents with minimal supervision.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.