Overview
Practice Assistant, Securities & Capital Markets Jobs in Toronto, Canada at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
You will be a key member of a dynamic and innovative group of lawyers, paraprofessionals, and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients. You will have the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Corporate & Capital Markets (“CCM”) team within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.
Right from the start, you will have access to exceptional opportunities, working with a supportive team focused on providing you with meaningful opportunities to tailor your career path to reach your full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be the principal point of contact for assigned lawyers, assuming overall accountability for work requested by the lawyer involving key members of the legal support team, such as Law Clerks, Document Specialists, Administrative Assistants and members of the Business Services team
- Actively participate as a contributing member of the legal team to manage legal matters and provide excellent client service
- Provide dedicated support and proactively and efficiently organize the flow of work for specific lawyers in the CCM practice
- Coordinate the scheduling of important dates including client meetings, court deadlines, conferences, and lawyer and legal team meetings
- Manage communications, prepare correspondence, and liaise with multiple key stakeholders related to ongoing matters
- Support and coordinate commercial management activities such as matter intake, billing and collections
- Provide day to day support as required to meet the needs of our lawyers and clients
- A College Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma
- Experience as a legal assistant supporting multiple busy lawyers in diverse areas of corporate law
- High proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and document management systems
- Sound knowledge of matter management, including intake and complex client billing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Professionalism and initiative
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence are paramount.
- Strong work ethic and a desire for continuous improvement
What does BLG have to offer you?
- A hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements to support digital working
- Access to a mentoring program specifically for your career path
- Access to training and continued education opportunities
- Exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs
- A competitive compensation and benefits package, including a day off to volunteer and access to wellness platforms and programs
The expected salary range for this position is $55,000 – $75,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors.
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Title: Practice Assistant, Securities & Capital Markets
Company: Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
Location: Toronto, Canada
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