Legal Assistant, Real Estate Litigation

Legal Assistant, Real Estate Litigation

You like working in real estate law, have a strong interest in litigation procedures and want to join the ranks of a recognized law firm? We have a great opportunity for you!

Our client, a national law firm with an excellent reputation in the Canadian legal community, is looking for a Legal Assistant to support lawyers in their real estate litigation practice.

In addition to being located in the heart of downtown Montreal, close to public transportation, shops and restaurants, this top employer offers a competitive salary, an hybride remote/in-person work schedule and a good range of benefits.

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YOUR ROLE:

As a Legal Assistant in real estate law, you will assist lawyers in their daily practice. Among your responsibilities, your tasks will include:

• Prepare letters and large legal documents in the field of real estate law such as commercial leases, acquisitions, deeds of sale;

• Prepare the usual litigation procedures in the field of real estate;

• Manage deadlines, calculate and register in the agenda;

• Assist with the organization of interrogations;

• Search various records such as Land Register, RPMRR ;

• Manage the lawyers' agenda and ensure timely follow-up;

• Establish contacts to coordinate meetings with various stakeholders (clients, lawyers, opposing parties);

• Organize the logistics of the lawyers' travel;

• Correct and update documents and correspondence to ensure that they comply with legal procedures and grammatical usage.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• DVS in secretarial studies with legal specialization or DCS in Office technology or Paralegal technology or any other combination of training and relevant experience;
• Experience as a Legal Assistant;
• Litigation knowledge required;
• Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite;
• Strong organizational skills and good management of priorities;
• Autonomy, thoroughness and attention to detail;
• Professionalism and dynamism;

• Team worker, good interpersonal skills and proactivity.

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INTERESTED IN THIS CHALLENGE? We look forward to meeting you!

Please send your resume as soon as possible to rh@groupemontpetit.com, quoting job number: 26-0185P.

We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We recognize the value of diversity and subscribe to the principles of equality in employment.

Professional coaching services are available at extra cost.

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