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Would you like to join one of the best personal injury law firms in Mississauga? Cariati Law is seeking a Legal Assistant or Paralegal with Tort experience to join our Personal Injury team. Bring your plaintiff tort law experience and exceptional writing, organizational, and communication skills, and be prepared to work on fascinating “high profile” cases.

Our firm offers many benefits, including an optional 4 Day-Work Week. Apply today!

Legal Assistant Tort

Primary Duties Include:

- Preparation and editing of correspondence and legal documents (including pleadings, affidavits of documents, trial records, affidavits of service, notice letters, etc.) - Reviewing documentation and claims from new files - Organizing and requesting productions and medical documentation from clients and service providers -Scheduling court proceedings, including Examinations for Discovery, Mediation, and Pre-Trials; - Assisting with authorizations and productions - Complying with undertakings in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure - Opening and closing files - Maintaining daily contact with clients - Scheduling appointments - Issuing and filing documents in accordance with appropriate deadlines and limitations - Drafting, editing, and filing Statement of Claims and other legal documents in the Superior Court of Justice and Small Claims Court - Review documents and prepare written materials related to personal injury and employment litigation in Ontario - Requesting Motor Vehicle Accident Reports, MTO Searches, Property Searches, Corporate and other searches necessary to obtain documents required for litigation - Communication with our process server regarding service of issued Statements of Claim - Ensuring claims are served in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure - Other general and administrative duties as required

Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

- Minimum 1 year of Plaintiff Personal Injury experience

- Legal Assistant Diploma or Paralegal Diploma, along with any other legal continuing education courses, are an asset

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines

- Ability to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail

- Excellent interpersonal skills

- Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere

- Able to work in person in our main office, located in Mississauga

- General understanding of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure and the Limitations Act

- Strong technical skills (including experience with Microsoft Office, Primafact, Filevine, Medchart Caselines, and the Justice Services Online Filing Portal, preferred)

Want to join one of the best Personal Injury Law firms in Mississauga? Our firm is currently seeking a Junior Legal Assistant – Accident Benefits to join the team. Reporting to a Senior Paralegal, this opportunity would provide a junior AB Legal Assistant with the opportunity to continue learning and stretching their development while working in a positive and friendly environment. Bring your motivation, client-focused experience, and exceptional organizational and communication skills, and be prepared to deal with fascinating “high profile” cases. Apply today! Primary Duties Include:

• Completion and submission of OCF Forms in accordance with the SABS
• Communicating with counsel, insurance adjusters, and clients
• Managing the paralegal's schedule
• Arrange settlement discussions
• Communicating directly with clients
• Following up on correspondence and requests
• Opening and closing files
• Other duties as required

Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• Confident and dependable with strong initiative and the ability to work both independently as well as in a team setting
• Excellent phone manners and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent technical skill
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong desire to continuously learn and develop new skills
• Knowledge of Primafact and Filevine is an asset, but not required

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time Benefits:  Company events, Dental care, Extended health care, On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Legal Assistant: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person Submit resume and/or CV to: career@cariatilaw.com