Legal Assistant – Civil and Commercial Litigation (TAL)

Vortex Strategy & Recruitment is actively seeking a Legal Assistant in Civil and Commercial Litigation specialized in file management before the TAL (Administrative Housing Tribunal) for its client, a law firm based in Laval.

The selected candidate must also have a solid understanding of the stages involved in case progression both in the Court of Québec and the Superior Court, while being able to work closely with multiple lawyers.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Preparation of file opening forms / fee agreements;

• Drafting various correspondence and emails with clients, lawyers, courthouses, etc.;

• Preparation of various legal proceedings;

• Digital service of documents;

• Commissioning (swearing in), both in person and via videoconference;

• Monitoring and entering procedural deadlines in calendars and ensuring all timelines are met for each file;

• Document and file management and organization;

• Mail management;

• Communications with various stakeholders involved in files, stenographers, bailiffs, etc.;

• Monitoring lawyers’ email inboxes;

• Preparing files for closing at the end of mandates.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a Legal Assistant in civil and commercial litigation;

• Proven experience in handling files before the TAL (Administrative Housing Tribunal);

• Bilingualism (spoken and written French and English). Excellent French is required for this position;

• Strong organizational skills and excellent priority management;

• Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously;

• Proficiency in the Office suite (Word, Excel), Outlook 365, and the TEAMS platform is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on your experience;

• Group insurance with customizable options (dental and vision);

• Vacation and wellness days;

• VRSP (Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan);

• Paid overtime;

• Remote work available;

• Free on-site parking;

• And much more.