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 Plaintiff Personal Injury practice group 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 one (1) busy partner and one (1) busy associate and will be comfortable managing competing priorities in a high-volume litigation practice. This is a Hybrid position and requires a minimum of three (3) days in office or as required. The deadline for applying is March 23, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serving as a first point of contact for clients and prospective clients, including answering phones and managing inquiries
• Managing lawyers’ calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments, and coordinating teleconferences, mediations, case and settlement conferences
• Drafting, sending, and responding to correspondence with lawyers, clients, experts, service providers and the courts
• Opening and closing files, conducting conflict searches and maintaining accurate electronic file records
• Compiling, serving, and filing motion records, mediation materials, affidavit of documents, trial records and other court documents/materials
• Preparing and filing materials with the License Appeal Tribunal (LAT)
• Maintaining an effective bring-forward (BF) system to track deadlines and next steps
• Preparing accounts, invoices, and expense reports; processing payments and deposits; and communicating with clients regarding billing matters
• Maintaining organized electronic files, including scanning, uploading and properly naming documents in Primafact and/or the firm’s document management system (iManage)
• Performing other administrative duties related to the practice as required

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in a litigation environment
• Personal Injury experience is required
• Solid understanding of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS), License Appeal Tribunal (LAT) processes, tort claims and limitation periods
• Deep familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure, particularly as it pertains to service requirements and deadlines
• Excellent organizational, time-management and multi-tasking skills, with strong attention to detail
• Professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and commitment to high‑quality client service
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team, anticipate needs, and follow tasks through to completion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to receive and apply feedback
• Experience with technology and working in a hybrid environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn firm‑specific systems
• Knowledge of Primafact is a strong asset
• Experience with Automated Civil Litigation (ACL), Case Center, Justice Services Online (JSO) portal, iManage, OneDrive and RelativityOne, are assets

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. 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 reimbursement
• RRSP matching program
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary:

Target Hiring Range: $58,000 - $65,900

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

This posting reflects an existing 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 humanresources@lerners.ca.