About the Company

Our client, a reputable law firm is seeking a Bilingual (English/French) Corporate Legal Assistant to join their team in Toronto!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise corporate documentation including incorporations, amendments, dissolutions, annual resolutions, share transactions, and reorganizations.
• Assist with the preparation of tax-related documents including corporate reorganizations, estate freezes, rollovers, and trust planning.
• Draft and organize documentation related to tax-driven transactions in collaboration with lawyers and tax professionals.
• Maintain and update corporate minute books, ledgers, and registers.
• Coordinate and file corporate documents with government registries (e.g., Corporations Canada, Ontario Business Registry).
• Assist with due diligence, closings, and the preparation of closing books for tax and corporate transactions.
• Manage lawyer calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate client communications.
• Maintain accurate and organized digital and physical files in accordance with legal and firm standards.
• Support with docketing, time entry, and billing processes.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Corporate Legal Assistant, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Fluency in both English and French (written and spoken) is required.
• Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent training.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with legal document management systems.
• Experience with Corporate Tax is considered an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally.

Compensation

This role offers a competitive compensation commensurate with experience, a generous benefits package, RRSP matching, and a hybrid remote schedule.