Legal Assistant in Litigation – Montreal and Gatineau
There’s a place for you!
Cain Lamarre is the best-established and one of the largest law firms in Quebec. With 15 offices and 550 resources, including nearly 300 legal professionals, lawyers, and notaries active in all areas of law, combined with deeply rooted values that put people first, we can offer you a stimulating career in a welcoming environment.
PROFILE
The successful candidate will stand out for their thoroughness and organizational skills, as well as their ability to prioritize and manage multiple files simultaneously. Resourceful and customer service-oriented, they will enjoy working in a team and virtually, as well as contributing significantly to the success of the office and the litigation department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Effectively coordinate the tracking of files, deadlines, and schedules
- Perform basic legal checks in various computer databases (SOQUIJ, REQ, land registry, etc.)
- Prepare and assist professionals in drafting correspondence, procedural documents, agreements, and various legal documents
- Participate in the opening, monitoring, updating, closing, and archiving of physical and computer files
- Compile and manage requests for documents by third parties
- Review and index transcripts
- Create and update document indexes
- Prepare authority, procedure, and commitment books
- Prepare expense reports
- Organize and manage file documentation
- Review and correct professionals’ invoicing documents in collaboration with the invoice department
- Assist professionals in preparing files and trials
- All other related tasks
SKILLS AND QUALITIES SOUGHT
- AEC or DEP in secretarial studies with legal certification OR relevant work experience
- Excellent command of French, both spoken and written
- Good command of English, both spoken and written (regular English-speaking clientele)
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Maître and/or Carpe Diem software (an asset)
- Highly developed client service skills with good communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and friendly approach
- Ability to multitask
- Attention to detail, thoroughness, and good team spirit
BENEFITS
- Full-time, permanent position
- Group insurance partially paid by the employer
- Group pension plan with employer contribution
- Telemedicine and Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Dynamic work environment that promotes teamwork
- Flexible schedule and work-life balance
- Hybrid work mode available
- Opus & Cie program in collaboration with the STM (Montreal only)
- On-site parking (Gatineau only)
*All applications will be treated confidentially. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.