Legal Assistant in Montreal, QC

Legal Assistant Job Description

Legal assistants in Canada play a vital role in supporting lawyers and ensuring the smooth operation of a law firm or legal department. These roles offer an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the legal field and contribute to a fast-paced environment.

Typical Legal Assistant Duties:

Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers, including:

Scheduling appointments, meetings, and court appearances.

Managing calendars and deadlines.

Preparing and maintaining legal documents (e.g., contracts, wills, affidavits) from handwritten notes, dictation, or electronic files.

Proofreading and editing legal documents for accuracy and formatting.

Conducting basic legal research (as directed by a lawyer).

Organizing and maintaining legal files electronically and physically.

Manage client communication, including:

Responding to client inquiries and requests in a professional and courteous manner (may include some phone calls or emails).

Preparing client intake forms and other documents.

Assist with case preparation, including:

Collecting and organizing case documents and evidence.

Preparing legal exhibits and presentations.

Drafting basic legal correspondence (may vary depending on the firm).

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Salary for Legal Assistant in Montreal, QC

48960 - 69360

25th percentile

48960

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

58140

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

69360

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

Projected salaries for related positions

Position title

25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

Law Clerk Manager

72675

83895

102765

Senior/Supervising Law Clerk, 7+ Years' Experience

71910

83130

98940

Midlevel Law Clerk, 4-6 Years' Experience

64770

75225

86955

Law Clerk, 2-3 Years' Experience

53805

61965

68595

Law Clerk, 0-1 Year Experience

48195

53805

63240

Paralegal

47940

61455

75480

Senior Legal Assistant

65790

77010

83895

Senior/Executive Legal Administrator, 12+ Years' Experience

58905

69105

83385

Legal Adminstrator, 7-11 Years' Experience

60945

67320

78030

Legal Adminstrator, 3-6 Years' Experience

54315

59670

66045

Legal Adminstrator, 1-2 Years' Experience

45645

52275

59160

Legal Administrative Assistant

45645

54825

61965

File/Records Clerk

40035

46665

51510

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