Attention all Legal Assistants in Hamilton. Do you have a minimum of two to three years as a Legal Assistant? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? Then we have the perfect position for you! We are looking for a permanent legal assistant in Hamilton. You will be working in the insurance defense department of this respected law office, with the main focus being Personal injury (MVA) in the accidents benefits group. Your responsibilities as a Legal Assistant will be, but not limited to: · Reviewing new assignments to identify and diarize limitation periods· Opening and maintaining matters in PCLaw, Time Matters, PrimaFact, and various insurance industry information portal platforms· Accurately and efficiently inputting information into file database and case management software· Finalizing, serving, and e-filing Responses to LAT Applications, Case Conference Summaries, Written Submissions· Preparation of document briefs and serving using cloud transmission· Preparation of Releases, Consents, and Orders, Settlement Disclosure Notices· Arranging Examinations for Discovery, Global Mediations, Pre-arbitration Hearings· Maintaining the lawyers’ schedules and bring forward diaries· Ensuring all physical and electronic filing is organized and up to date· Using digital transcription software to efficiently prepare accurate documentation· Coordinating with adjusters, investigators, and insured in arranging Examinations Under Oath· Retaining interpreters, court reporters, and arranging transportation· Coordinating with Accounting Department for the monthly production of accounts; entering time dockets and client codes; reviewing lawyers’ dockets for completeness and accuracy, requisitioning cheques and tracking disbursements· Some dictation, as required Advantages to working as a Legal Assistant:· Permanent full-time role· Benefits to start right away· Competitive Salary· Convenient location, downtown Hamilton· Hands-on training· Working for two respectful Lawyers· Opportunities for further advancement· Monday to Friday during business hoursQualifications to become a Legal Assistant:· Minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Accident Benefits is preferred but other relevant experience will also be considered· University degree or College diploma in a related field· Excellent knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of the Small Claims Court, Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) Rules of Practice and Procedure and the various forms, filing deadlines, and time limitations; working knowledge of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule· Excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills, with keen attention to detail and a desire to provide a high-quality and accurate work product· Easily adapting to new technology, processes, and procedures with minimal direction· Familiar with the Superior Court of Justice Regional Practice Directions, policies, and procedures· Exceptional planning and organization skills, ability to plan, coordinate and monitor a significant number of simultaneous tasks in an environment of shifting priorities Please do not delay as this Legal Assistant position will not be available for long! Please forward your resume to Destinaat destina.okanovic@randstad.ca or Josh at Joshua.thammavongsa@randstad.caOr call us @ 905-528-3400 ext 3What's so great about working with Randstad? Randstad advances the careers and business success ofcandidates and clients through a combination of the best high-tech and high-touch processes.Employing over 650 industry-focused recruiting experts in approximately 70 offices and client-dedicatedlocations across 7 provinces, Randstad Canada provides a full range of solutions including outsourcing,temporary and permanent staffing, consulting, and workforce solutions in the areas of engineering,finance and accounting, human resources, IT, manufacturing and logistics, office and administration andsales and marketing.2019 - Randstad placed 7th on Glassdoor's list of Best Places to Work in Canada. The winners areselected based on employee feedback on Glassdoor. 2018 - Randstad Canada's CEO, Marc-ÉtienneJulien, was named the 3rd best CEO in Canada according to Glassdoor's Employees' Choice Awards! Theawards are based on input from employees who complete a company review about their CEO'sleadership and other workplace factors.Destina,Josh,Phone Number: 905.528.3400 ext. 3Fax Number: 905.528.7211ADVANTAGESAdvantages to working as a Legal Assistant:· Permanent full-time role· Benefits to start right away· Competitive Salary· Convenient location, downtown Hamilton· Hands-on training· Working for two respectful Lawyers· Opportunities for further advancement· Monday to Friday during business hoursRESPONSIBILITIESYour responsibilities as a Legal Assistant will be, but not limited to: · Reviewing new assignments to identify and diarize limitation periods· Opening and maintaining matters in PCLaw, Time Matters, PrimaFact, and various insurance industry information portal platforms· Accurately and efficiently inputting information into file database and case management software· Finalizing, serving, and e-filing Responses to LAT Applications, Case Conference Summaries, Written Submissions· Preparation of document briefs and serving using cloud transmission· Preparation of Releases, Consents, and Orders, Settlement Disclosure Notices· Arranging Examinations for Discovery, Global Mediations, Pre-arbitration Hearings· Maintaining the lawyers’ schedules and bring forward diaries· Ensuring all physical and electronic filing is organized and up to date· Using digital transcription software to efficiently prepare accurate documentation· Coordinating with adjusters, investigators, and insured in arranging Examinations Under Oath· Retaining interpreters, court reporters, and arranging transportation· Coordinating with Accounting Department for the monthly production of accounts; entering time dockets and client codes; reviewing lawyers’ dockets for completeness and accuracy, requisitioning cheques and tracking disbursements· Some dictation, as required QUALIFICATIONSQualifications to become a Legal Assistant:· Minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in Accident Benefits is preferred but other relevant experience will also be considered· University degree or College diploma in a related field· Excellent knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of the Small Claims Court, Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) Rules of Practice and Procedure and the various forms, filing deadlines, and time limitations; working knowledge of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule· Excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills, with keen attention to detail and a desire to provide a high-quality and accurate work product· Easily adapting to new technology, processes, and procedures with minimal direction· Familiar with the Superior Court of Justice Regional Practice Directions, policies, and procedures· Exceptional planning and organization skills, ability to plan, coordinate and monitor a significant number of simultaneous tasks in an environment of shifting prioritiesSUMMARYPlease do not delay as this Legal Assistant position will not be available for long! Please forward your resume to Destinaat destina.okanovic@randstad.ca or Josh at Joshua.thammavongsa@randstad.caOr call us @ 905-528-3400 ext 3What's so great about working with Randstad? Randstad advances the careers and business success ofcandidates and clients through a combination of the best high-tech and high-touch processes.Employing over 650 industry-focused recruiting experts in approximately 70 offices and client-dedicatedlocations across 7 provinces, Randstad Canada provides a full range of solutions including outsourcing,temporary and permanent staffing, consulting, and workforce solutions in the areas of engineering,finance and accounting, human resources, IT, manufacturing and logistics, office and administration andsales and marketing.2019 - Randstad placed 7th on Glassdoor's list of Best Places to Work in Canada. The winners areselected based on employee feedback on Glassdoor. 2018 - Randstad Canada's CEO, Marc-ÉtienneJulien, was named the 3rd best CEO in Canada according to Glassdoor's Employees' Choice Awards! Theawards are based on input from employees who complete a company review about their CEO'sleadership and other workplace factors.Destina,Josh,Phone Number: 905.528.3400 ext. 3Fax Number: 905.528.7211