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Job Description
Legal Assistant – Floater LegalContribute your legal expertise in a flexible, bilingual role supporting professionals across various areas of law. Temporary coverage assignments, hybrid work setup, equipment provided, and a supportive, people-centered work environment. Based in Montréal with partial remote work.
What is in it for you:
• Annual salary based on experience: $60K–$75K.
• Permanent, full-time position: 35 hours per week.
• Hybrid presence: 2 days per week in the office.
• Summer schedule with Friday afternoons off from July to Labour Day.
• Flexible personal leave hours to use throughout the year.
• Computer equipment provided for remote work and financial support for setting up a home office.
• Casual dress code allowing jeans on a daily basis.
• Group insurance plan fully paid by the employer.
• Telemedicine service to avoid long wait times.
• Simplified pension plan with employer contribution.
• Employee assistance program focused on mental and emotional well-being.
• 50% reimbursement with partnered caterers for parents of young children.
• Accessible leadership and a respectful work environment.
• Active internal committees, including social and physical/mental wellness committees.
• Access to professional mentoring and concrete development opportunities.
• Inclusive, respectful, and collaborative organizational culture.
Responsibilities:
• Provide temporary legal support across various areas of law, covering for assigned legal assistants.
• Proactively manage files for assigned professionals.
• Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and events.
• Edit, format, and revise a variety of legal documents (contracts, pleadings, correspondence, etc.).
• Prepare electronic procedure books, closing binders, and other legal documentation.
• Ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Proofread and correct documents to maintain quality standards.
• Support fellow float assistants during slower periods.
• Perform other legal-related tasks as required.
What you will need to succeed:
• Diploma in legal secretarial studies, secretarial studies, or any recognized equivalent training.
• 3 years of experience in legal administrative support.
• Practical experience in litigation and across various areas of law.
• Bilingual in English and French (spoken and written) to support professionals and clients in both languages.
• Excellent grammar skills and strong attention to detail in written communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word (intermediate to advanced level), Outlook, and Excel.
• Adaptability, curiosity, and an open mind.
• Strong sense of responsibility, autonomy, and precision.
• Professionalism, team spirit, and client-oriented mindset.
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