Legal Assistant – Mortgage Remedies

Our client, a downtown Toronto boutique law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to support their mortgage remedies and collection practice.

Responsibilities Include:
• Opening and administering files from beginning to end
• Processing demand letters
• Issuing and serving statements of claim
• Preparing and filing default judgment and judgment enforcement
• Negotiating and processing settlements and payment arrangements
• Run the firm billings monthly
Qualifications:
• 2+ years of experience in a similar role
• Proven ability to work effectively within a law firm infrastructure
• Proficiency in Excel and Word
• Experience with PC Law
• Professionalism, ability to work independently, multi-task and juggle competing priorities
• Ability to handle confidential information with diplomacy and discretion
• Professional phone manner
• Exceptional problem solving, analytical and investigative skills
• Detail-oriented, demonstrating a high level of accuracy at all time
• Must possess strong English language written, listening and verbal communication skills

Compensation: 45K – 60k plus benefits