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Title posted on Talent.com - *Litigation Legal Assistant

Posted on July 13, 2026 by Employer details Recrute Action

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<span id="spandesc"><div><b>Litigation Legal Assistant<br/></b></div><div><br/></div><div>Grow within a multidisciplinary law firm recognized for its litigation expertise and stimulating professional environment. Based in Montréal, this key legal support role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team in an international context, work on diverse files, benefit from a hybrid work model, and access strong professional development opportunities.<br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>What is in it for you:<br/></b></div><div><br/></div><div>? Annual salary of 65K-75K, based on experience.<br/></div><div>? Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week.<br/></div><div>? Day schedule, Monday to Friday.<br/></div><div>? Full-time office presence required during the first 3 months to support onboarding and training.<br/></div><div>? Hybrid work model thereafter: 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely per week.<br/></div><div>? 3 weeks of vacation upon hire, with flexibility depending on experience.<br/></div><div>? Group insurance plan (health, dental, and long-term disability) offered after 3 months.<br/></div><div>? Employee assistance program.<br/></div><div>? Subsidized fitness program.<br/></div><div>? Health and wellness activities.<br/></div><div>? Employee referral financial incentives.<br/></div><div>? Early leave on Fridays before long weekends.<br/></div><div>? Regular staff appreciation events.<br/></div><div>? Casual dress code.<br/></div><div>? Collaborative and friendly work environment focused on support and social interaction.<br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>Responsibilities:<br/></b></div><div><br/></div><div>? Prepare and draft various legal documents and professional correspondence.<br/></div><div>? Draft template letters, memoranda, and different legal procedures.<br/></div><div>? Provide support during trials, examinations, and other stages of the judicial process, and prepare the required documentation.<br/></div><div>? Interact with clients by phone and in person in a professional manner.<br/></div><div>? Schedule and coordinate client appointments.<br/></div><div>? Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems, including reminder systems.<br/></div><div>? Sort incoming mail and prepare outgoing correspondence.<br/></div><div>? Perform various administrative and related tasks as required by the team.<br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>What you will need to succeed:<br/></b></div><div><br/></div><div>? Diploma in Legal Secretarial Studies.<br/></div><div>? 3 years of experience as a legal assistant within a law firm.<br/></div><div>? Litigation experience required.<br/></div><div>? Fluency in French and English to communicate effectively with a bilingual clientele and handle documentation in both languages.<br/></div><div>? Strong administrative and organizational skills.<br/></div><div>? Ability to draft correspondence and standard documents with minimal supervision.<br/></div><div>? Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.<br/></div><div>? Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.<br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>Why Recruit Action?<br/></b></div><div><br/></div><div>Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.<br/></div></span><br/>