Legal Assistant - Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance (Insurance Defence) - 3+ Years - Toronto (Hybrid)

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

Lerners is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance (Insurance Defence) practice groups in the Toronto, Ontario office. The ideal candidate will have over three (3) years of experience working in a similar position. The successful candidate will support two (2) busy associates and will need to be comfortable managing competing priorities in a high-volume litigation practice. This is a Hybrid position and requires a minimum of 3 (three) days per week in the office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for clients and prospective clients, managing inquiries and directing matters appropriately.
• Schedule and coordinate client meetings, mediations, hearings, teleconferences, case conferences, settlement conferences, and other internal and external meetings, including the preparation and organization of agendas, materials, minutes, and related documentation to support effective file administration.
• Maintain lawyer calendars, proactively monitor deadlines, and manage an effective bring-forward (BF) system to support file progression.
• Draft, format, proofread, and process legal documents and correspondence based on precedents, including agreements, applications, submissions, pleadings, and other legal materials.
• Prepare, update, compile, serve, and file court documents and materials, including pleadings, motion records, mediation briefs, submissions, affidavits of documents, and other legal filings, in collaboration with lawyers and law clerks and in compliance with applicable rules and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic and paper file records, including uploading, naming, managing, and filing documents and correspondence within the firm's Document Management System (iManage), distributing communications, and ensuring timely follow-up on file-related matters.
• Assist with billing and financial administration, including preparing accounts, requesting and issuing invoices, processing payments and deposits, coordinating third-party invoices and disbursements, and liaising with accounting staff regarding accounts receivable and payable matters.
• Coordinate with lawyers, law clerks, legal assistants, records, mailroom staff, and other support personnel to ensure the timely and accurate completion of work and provide support across files as needed.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Perform other duties as required to support the efficient administration and operation of the practice.

Qualifications

• Legal Assistant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three (3) years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a legal environment.
• Experience in health law and/or insurance defence are assets.
• Strong understanding of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, including court procedure, service requirements, deadlines, and court forms.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to anticipate needs and take the appropriate next steps.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and client‑focused approach.
• Sound judgement, critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to high‑quality client service, confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and comfort quickly learning firm‑specific systems.
• Experience with legal software such as iManage, ACL, Case Center, Justice Services Online (JSO) Portal, and/or OneDrive is an asset.
• Comfort working with technology in a remote or hybrid environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal by November 25, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

Benefits of Working at Lerners

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.

Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package:

• Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care
• LTD insurance
• Life insurance
• Parking/Transit/Fitness reimbursement
• RRSP matching program
• Eligibility for salary adjustments and/or performance-based incentive bonuses
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid work arrangement eligibility (3 days per week in office)
• Kids and Company partnership

Salary

Target Hiring Range: $58,600 - $65,900

Commensurate with skill level, years of experience, and aligned with internal and market equity.

This posting reflects a new vacancy within the organization.

Why Lerners?

Lerners is a leading regional law firm with four offices across Southwestern Ontario and Toronto, offering the strength of a full-service practice with the collaboration and support of a close-knit team. We’re proud of our nearly 100-year history, our reputation for excellence, and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. At Lerners, your work will have impact, your ideas will be valued, and your career will grow in an environment that respects both professional ambition and life outside the office.

Accessibility & Inclusion

We’re committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion — and supporting applicants of all abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please get in touch with us at [email protected].