132 Legal Support jobs in Canada

Job Description

Location: North York, ON
Status: Full-time
In-office Attendance: Required at least 3 days per week

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with a background in litigation support to join our bankruptcy and recovery team. This role offers a dynamic work environment with exposure to complex legal matters and collaboration with a professional legal team.

• Conduct conflict checks and manage file openings/closings.
• Perform database searches using industry-standard tools.
• Draft and finalize demand letters and various legal correspondences.
• File court documents electronically and track service of legal documents.
• Prepare affidavits, notices, and legal forms required for court.
• Coordinate with court staff to confirm motion dates.
• Compile and organize motion records, factums, and legal briefs.
• Upload and hyperlink court documents per regional practice guidelines.
• Manage skip trace requests and legal communications with stakeholders.
• Assist with billing processes, including preparation of prebills and final invoices.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a litigation department, ideally in creditor rights or recovery.
• Proven experience in bank recovery; proficiency in drafting and filing pleadings, default judgments, writs, garnishments, and motion records.
• Proficient with legal platforms like JSO and Case Centre.
• Familiarity with court rules, legal documentation, and electronic filing procedures.
• Strong computer, organizational, and communication skills.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks in a high-paced legal setting.
• A collaborative, self-motivated attitude with attention to detail.

1. Litigation document preparation and court filing procedures.
2. Proficiency in legal software and research tools.
3. Strong time management and communication skills.

North York offers the benefits of city living without the downtown congestion. Enjoy access to shopping centers, diverse dining options, parks, cultural events, and excellent transit options. It’s a prime location for professionals seeking work-life balance.

Job Description

Salary: $25 per hour

We are seeking a compassionate and highly organized Legal Intake Support to join our team on a contract basis. This position is ideal for individuals with prior experience in legal, medical, social work or support work and who are comfortable speaking with individuals about deeply sensitive topics.

You will serve as the first point of contact for potential clients reaching out to our firm for support with various legal matters including sexual assault, neglect, or medical negligence. Your role will require a high level of empathy, discretion, and professionalism, as well as the ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced, virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial intake calls with prospective clients, gathering detailed information regarding their circumstances.
• Approach all conversations with empathy and sensitivity, creating a safe and respectful space for clients to share their stories.
• Assess critical details of each inquiry to determine appropriate triage or next steps.
• Document information accurately and thoroughly in our legal case management software.
• Collaborate with legal staff to review and escalate potential cases for evaluation.
• Maintain regular communication with leads and clients, including follow-ups and appointment coordination.
• Provide general information about the intake process.
• Ensure prompt attention to time-sensitive leads.
• Uphold confidentiality and professional standards in all interactions.

Required Qualifications & Attributes:

• Prior experience in a legal, medical, social work or support work setting.
• Excellent phone communication skills and a calm, reassuring demeanor.
• Comfort discussing sensitive, potentially distressing topics with professionalism and empathy.
• Fluent in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Technologically proficient, including the ability to quickly learn and navigate legal file management systems and cloud-based tools.
• Self-starter with strong time-management skills and the ability to work independently.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in medical/legal intake or personal injury/civil litigation law.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures in the BC legal system.

Schedule:

• Flexible part-time contract (2040 hours/week)

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• or equivalent experience

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Under the responsibility of the Director of Legal Affairs, we are looking for a dynamic and organized Legal Assistant to join our Legal Affairs department. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, have significant experience in a law firm, and reside in the Quebec City area or its surroundings.
Do you have what it takes? Positive energy and.
Training in legal techniques, law, or administration (BAC an asset);
4 to 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in a law firm (experience in the construction field considered an asset);
Excellent writing skills and attention to detail;
Good command of computer tools, MS Office Suite, legal software;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What you will do to complete this mission successfully:
Assist the legal team in managing contracts, tenders, and legal documents;
Draft, review, and format legal and administrative documents;
Ensure follow-up on deadlines for ongoing cases;
Coordinate communication between different departments and external parties;
Manage calendars, organize meetings, prepare relevant documents, and draft minutes;
Ensure the management and organization of the department's files and archives;
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Job Description

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to become a part of our team! You will provide overall support to attorneys' business needs. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to support legal proceedings
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations 
• Record and store client information

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
• Familiarity with legal research
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented

Job Description

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to become a part of our team! You will provide overall support to attorneys' business needs. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to support legal proceedings
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations 
• Record and store client information

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
• Familiarity with legal research
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented

B & D Walter Trucking Ltd. is a locally owned and operated business specializing in the transport of grain, fertilizer, cattle and equipment. We are based out of Lethbridge, Alberta, in the heart of Southern Alberta.
Business Location: 3214 5th Ave North Lethbridge AB, T1H 0P4
Location of work: As we specialize in the transportation of goods the main routes are between the Canadian Provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the Northwestern United States
Type of Employment: Full time–Permanent.
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

B & D Walter Trucking Ltd. is a locally owned and operated business specializing in the transport of grain, fertilizer, cattle and equipment. We are based out of Lethbridge, Alberta, in the heart of Southern Alberta.
Business Location: 3214 5th Ave North Lethbridge AB, T1H 0P4
Location of work: As we specialize in the transportation of goods the main routes are between the Canadian Provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the Northwestern United States
Type of Employment: Full time–Permanent.
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description

Title: Legal Assistant

Department: Admin Corp Services

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Who Are We?
Founded in 1944 by A.A. DeFehr in Winnipeg, Palliser has grown into one of North America's leading furniture manufacturers. We value our clients, our communities, our natural environment and providing the best customer experience possible. At Palliser, we produce quality and strive for excellence.

What Would You Do?

The Legal Assistant will play a key role in supporting the Corporate Services' business group in meeting their objectives through the proactive and professional delivery of legal, technical, administrative and customer service activities.

The key duties and responsibilities of this position would include, but are not limited to:

• This position reports to Senior Vice-President Corporate Services (SVP)
• Legal and Corporate Governance: Preparation and maintenance of documents for the qualification of global legal entities, filing of annual returns across U.S. states and Canadian provinces, drafting of annual resolutions and minutes, and applying electronic signatures for executives and legal staff.
• Contracts and Agreements: Drafting and managing Design Agreements, Sales Representative Agreements (Canada and U.S.), Custom Studio Agreements, and Independent Sales Rep Agreements. Coordinating signatures, maintaining physical and digital records, and assisting with agreement summaries.
• Asset Management: Maintaining databases for leases and square footage across corporate properties, assisting with drafting and renewing lease agreements, managing the TIPPS tax program, supporting property tax appeals, and organizing real estate files on SharePoint.
• Intellectual Property: Maintaining records of trademarks, patents, design registrations, and related agreements; supporting registration and renewal processes; and conducting trademark searches for potential conflicts.
• Immigration Support: Assisting with the preparation of work permits and permanent residency documents, document legalization, and preparing invitation letters for cross-border employee travel.
• Additional Administrative Duties: Tracking environmental data, logging legal payments, scanning invoices, managing closed files, updating vacation records in Dayforce, reconciling credit card expenses in Concur, and scheduling meetings for supervisors.

What Do You Bring?

• Over 5 years of experience in administrative support within a corporate legal environment.
• Proven ability to manage high-demand situations and perform effectively under pressure.
• Holds a Legal Assistant Certificate/Diploma with a focus on business correspondence, communication, and time management.
• Completed Grade 12 education. Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, using sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects independently and with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High level of discretion, with the ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive projects.
• Demonstrates tact and diplomacy in all interactions.
• Expert user of MS Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Proficient in using and troubleshooting standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of online filing processes across various U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
• Typing speed of at least 60 words per minute.

This position requires being present in the office Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM4:30 PM, 40 hours per week. We have two locations in Winnipeg within two blocks of each other, and the ability to work at both locations will be required.

Why Work with Us?

As Palliser grows, we recognize the importance of investing in our people, as well as the people who will bring us to the next level in the furniture industry.

Palliser is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and an environment where every employee has the opportunity to excel.

We offer plenty of benefits to the people who made us what we are today

• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including life, health, dental, and disability.
• Potential RRSP Match Program.
• Employee Furniture Purchase Program.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Free Parking.

What's Next?

Apply now and tell us why you'd make an excellent fit for this position.

Job Description

Salary: $65,000-$75,000

Position Summary:
Reporting to a Partner and/or an Associate of the
Firm, the
Senior
Legal Assistant
is responsible for
providing
support to the Partners and Associates
that involves
accurate, timely, efficient, and effective paralegal
services to the lawyers.

Specific Accountabilities :
Key Responsibility 1: Senior Legal Assistant Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of case, matter, calendar, and document management
for the lawyer
as
required.

Liaise with lawyers on projects and electronic discovery files.

Interact with outside entities (i.e., courts, government agencies, vendors, and other law firms)

Responsible for contacting and interacting with Clients.

Collect and analyze documentation to determine privilege and relevance

Responsible for maintaining a diary system for the Lawyer.

Responsible for
creating and editing documents including letters
and other correspondence.

Conduct document management within an electronic database

Draft
various court and legal documents as required.

Create and maintain detailed management of
documents as required.

Meet Firm and department expectations of billing practices and targets.

Review transcripts and maintain statuses with respect to undertakings.

Responsible for mentoring
other
legal assistants and providing
guidance
where needed.

General administrative tasks including office and file management.

Other tasks as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Post-secondary education from a recognized Paralegal program.

Minimum five (5) years of relative experience for valid candidacy

Strong
ability to adapt to a variety of working styles.

Excellent interpersonal, relationship building and customer service skills.

Ability to prioritize work and multi-task.