Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated legal assistant to join our growing team. The successful candidate will have strong administrative skills, excellent attention to detail, exceptional writing skills, and a genuine interest in using technology to improve efficiency and client service.
In this role, the legal assistant will be responsible for providing essential support to our partners and associates and contribute meaningfully to our diverse practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare correspondence, briefs, affidavits, motions, and other documents
- Arrange for filing and service of court documents
- Liaise with clients and other related parties
- Track and calendar critical dates, such as filing deadlines and limitation periods
- Collect and organize evidence/legal documents for review and case preparation
- File management and document administration
- Assist counsel in preparing for and attending court
- Perform other legal administrative tasks as required
Required Knowledge & Experience
- A strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
- Strong proficiency with cloud-based applications and electronic filing systems
- A high level of initiative
- Resourceful and perceptive with a willingness to learn
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Civil litigation process - understanding the stages from pleadings to trial
- Court rules and procedures, particularly the Rules of Civil Procedure and relevant court forms
Why join Northern Law?
- Medical benefits and Healthcare Spending Account to support health and wellness needs
- Paid vacation
- One additional week of paid vacation in December
- Two paid non-statutory holidays
- Paid on-site parking
- Work-family balance
- Employee appreciation events
- Constant learning and development opportunities
If you are a qualified candidate seeking an opportunity to join a dynamic and growing law firm, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter in a single PDF document. Please ensure your application is received by Friday, July 3, 2026. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Northern Law LLP is a firm with expertise across 11 diverse practice areas, with a particular focus on civil litigation, family law, criminal law, and estate matters. We are committed to promoting access to justice, maintaining transparency and accepting challenging cases. To learn more about our team and the services we offer, please visit our website at www.northernlaw.ca.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
