Legal Assistant - Commercial Litigation

Senior Legal Assistant – Commercial / Construction Litigation
Location: Ottawa, ON (In Office)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70,000 – $85,000+ per year, based on experience

A well-established mid-sized law firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Assistant to support a senior lawyer in a busy commercial and construction litigation practice. The ideal candidate will bring extensive litigation experience, exceptional organizational abilities, and strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated administrative and legal support to senior counsel in a busy litigation practice.
• Manage client files from intake through closing, including maintaining electronic and physical file organization.
• Monitor and organize incoming correspondence and emails, identifying action items, deadlines, and follow-up requirements.
• Track litigation deadlines, limitation pe...