Adjoint(e) juridique en litige

Job Description

Legal Assistant – Litigation- (MONTREAL-BASED)Location requirements - 4 days at the office, 1 remoteAre you looking for a bold and forward-thinking firm where your contributions truly matter? You're in the right place! We are a driven team working in an environment that places personal growth and fulfillment at the heart of our culture.We are currently seeking a motivated and dynamic Legal Assistant to support a team of litigation lawyers. This role is key to ensuring the smooth operation of legal processes and client service.Why Join Us?Generous vacation and sick leave policyGroup insurance and Employee Assistance Program (including dental, life, medication, travel, disability, etc.)Access to telemedicine services via Telus HealthCentrally located office, close to public transportationModern, bright, and renovated workspaceComplimentary snacks and beverages throughout the dayYear-round social and wellness activitiesYour ResponsibilitiesManage legal documents and case filesDraft and revise correspondence, memos, letters, and legal documentsOpen and update files using IManage softwareMaintain accurate client dataConduct corporate registry searches and conflict checksManage lawyers’ calendars, including deadlines and client meetingsAssist with litigation preparation (procedure books, exhibits, authorities, etc.)Enter time and manage expense accountsPerform other related tasks as assignedWhat We’re Looking ForDiploma in Legal Administration or equivalentMinimum 2 years of experience as a litigation legal assistantExcellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and EnglishStrong time management and organizational skillsHigh attention to detail and advanced skills in word processing, proofreading, and editingAbility to follow up on files and deadlines with minimal supervisionHigh level of discretion and confidentialityWorking With Us MeansFriendly and welcoming colleaguesCareer growth tailored to your ambitionsAn inclusive and dynamic work environmentAdjoint(e) juridique – Litige (BASÉ À MONTRÉAL)Exigences de localisation : 4 jours au bureau, 1 jour à distanceVous êtes à la recherche d’un cabinet audacieux où vos contributions auront un réel impact ? Vous tombez bien ! Nous sommes une équipe ambitieuse évoluant dans un environnement où l’épanouissement personnel est au cœur de notre culture.Nous recherchons actuellement un(e) adjoint(e) juridique motivé(e) et dynamique pour soutenir une équipe d’avocats spécialisés en litige. Ce rôle est essentiel au bon déroulement des opérations juridiques et à la qualité du service client.Vos avantagesPolitique généreuse de vacances et de congés maladieAssurance collective et programme d’aide aux employés (incluant soins dentaires, assurance vie, médicaments, voyage, invalidité, etc.)Accès à un service de télémédecine via Telus SantéBureau situé au centre-ville, à proximité des transports en communEspaces de travail modernes, lumineux et récemment rénovésCollations et boissons offertes durant la journéeActivités sociales et de bien-être organisées tout au long de l’annéeVos responsabilitésGestion de documents et de dossiers juridiquesRédaction et révision de correspondance, notes de service, lettres et documents juridiquesOuverture et mise à jour de dossiers dans le logiciel IManageMise à jour et vérification des données clientsRecherches dans les registres d’entreprises et vérification des conflits d’intérêtsGestion des agendas des avocats (échéances, rencontres clients, etc.)Soutien aux avocats dans la préparation des dossiers de litige (cahiers de procédures, pièces, autorités, etc.)Saisie des heures et gestion des notes de fraisToute autre tâche connexe pouvant être assignéeProfil recherchéDiplôme en techniques juridiques, secrétariat juridique ou équivalentMinimum de 2 ans d’expérience en tant qu’adjoint(e) juridique en litigeExcellente maîtrise du français et de l’anglais, à l’oral comme à l’écritTrès bonnes compétences en organisation et gestion du tempsGrand souci du détail et excellentes aptitudes en traitement de texte, révision et correctionCapacité à assurer le suivi des dossiers et des échéances avec un minimum de supervisionDiscrétion et sens élevé de la confidentialitéTravailler avec nous, c’est :Des collègues chaleureux et bienveillantsUne évolution de carrière adaptée à vos ambitionsUn environnement de travail inclusif et dynamiqueVaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.Privacy NoticeVaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs.With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.