Legal assistant jobs in Vaughan, ON and nearby

Legal assistant jobs within 25 km of Vaughan, ON, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 137
Employers: 71

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $60,273Across 22 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 62%85 listings
On-site: 38%52 listings

Employers hiring include McCarthy Tétrault LLP (9), The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA) (9), WeirFoulds LLP (9).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Legal assistant jobs in Vaughan, ON and nearby

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Legal Administrative Assistant
Cumming & Partners
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We currently have one position available for a bright and hardworking Legal Administrative Assistant. This is a rewarding, collegial, and fast-paced work environment.
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Legal Assistant- 12 month Contrac
OKT Law
Toronto, ON
- Contract
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Corporate Legal Assistant
Confidential Company
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant to join a professional corporate environment. This position provides an opportunity to support a broad range of…
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Legal Assistant
AppleOne Employment Services
Toronto, ON
- $65,000 to $80,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Our client, a growing boutique law firm located in Downtown Toronto, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join its expanding team.
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Litigation Legal Assistant
Ruby & Co.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Our client, a well-respected Toronto law firm, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join its International Trade group. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal…
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Legal Administrative Assistant
Cumming & Partners
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We currently have one position available for a bright and hardworking Legal Administrative Assistant. This is a rewarding, collegial, and fast-paced work environment.
Added 3 days ago
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Legal Assistant
Hicks Morley
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Toronto office.
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Legal Assistant
Lumen LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Gowling WLG
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Employment Litigation Legal Assistant
Ruby & Co.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Our client, a well-respected Toronto law firm, is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented…
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Legal Assistant
Ruby & Co.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Our client, a well-respected Toronto law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Tax and Estates department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant to…
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Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant - Environmental Law
Gowling WLG
Toronto, ON
- $61,000 to $79,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Legal Assistant
Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP - Personal Injury Lawyers
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Legal Assistant – Personal Injury & Long-Term Disability Litigation
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Commercial Litigation Law Clerk/Legal Assistant
Synectics Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Real Estate Legal Assistant
Schneider Ruggiero Spencer Milburn LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…Toronto-based law firm focused on delivering practical, high-quality legal services to clients across a range of practice areas. The firm is committed to professionalism, integrity, and…
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Legal Assistant (Employment & Labour)
Israel Foulon Wong LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Israel Foulon Wong LLP is currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our firm. We are an established employment and labour boutique firm with a reputation for excellence. We…
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Legal Administrative Assistant - Commercial Litigation
Singleton Urquhart Reynolds Vogel LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…seize emerging opportunities and find solutions to complex legal problems. The structure of our firm allows us to be flexible enough to provide personal, creative and cost effective…
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Legal Assistant/Law Clerk
Sutherland Law
Vaughan, ON
- Full-time
…is driven by a passion for providing effective and efficient legal solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Committed to achieving results, we deliver high-quality…
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Legal Assistant, Document Support (After-Hours)
The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA)
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which
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Employment Law Legal Assistant/Law Clerk (Hybrid)
The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA)
Markham, ON
- Full-time
…seeking an experienced, organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Law Clerk to join our collaborative and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal…
Added 10 days ago
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Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant - Environmental Law
Gowling WLG
Toronto, ON
- $61,000 to $79,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Legal Assistant, Healthcare
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal field. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which
Added 10 days ago
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Corporate Legal Assistant
Minted Search Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Our dynamic Tax and Estates team is currently seeking a talented and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to provide support to lawyers in their busy practices.
Added 11 days ago
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Legal Administrative Assistant - Commercial Litigation (Toronto)
McMillan LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
McMillan has an exciting opportunity as a Legal Administrative Assistant in our Toronto Commercial Litigation Group. In this role, you will provide dedicated overflow support to the group’s…
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Legal Assistant, Corporate Services
Fasken
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…relationship with the Law Clerks in the share and the Manager, Legal Assistant…

Ruby & Co.

Litigation Legal Assistant

Toronto, ON, Canada

Salary up to $75,000, commensurate with experience. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Salary up to $75,000, commensurate with experience.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 27, 2026
Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant within a law firm, preferably supporting a litigation practice.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Original job description

About the Company

Our client, a well-respected Toronto law firm, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join its International Trade group. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced litigation environment and is interested in supporting complex matters involving international trade and related disputes.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to lawyers within the International Trade group.
Prepare, draft, format, and revise pleadings, affidavits, motions, factums, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
Manage litigation files from inception through to resolution, ensuring all documents and records are properly maintained.
Coordinate court filings, service of documents, and other procedural requirements.
Monitor limitation periods, court deadlines, and other critical dates, maintaining an effective tickler system.
Coordinate examinations for discovery, hearings, motions, meetings, and other litigation-related events.
Organize and maintain electronic files, including pleadings, document productions, and supporting materials.
Assist with the preparation of document briefs, hearing materials, and other litigation-related documentation.
Manage lawyer calendars, schedule appointments, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel as required.
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and other internal and external contacts.
Track outstanding items and follow up on deadlines to ensure matters progress efficiently.
Provide general administrative support to the team and assist with other duties as required.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Legal Assistant program at a recognized community college.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant within a law firm, preferably supporting a litigation practice.
Experience with litigation procedures, court filings, and the preparation of legal documents.
Exposure to international trade, commercial litigation, or regulatory matters is an asset.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Experience with electronic document management systems and litigation-related software.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
Professional, proactive, and client-service oriented approach, with sound judgment and discretion.

Compensation

Salary up to $75,000, commensurate with experience.
Hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office.
Opportunity to support sophisticated matters within a specialized International Trade group.
Professional and collaborative work environment.

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Responsibilities

Provide legal and administrative support to lawyers in the International Trade group, including drafting litigation documents and managing files from inception through resolution. Coordinate court filings, deadlines, litigation events, document materials, calendars, travel, and communications with clients and other contacts.

Requirements

Requires completion of a Legal Assistant program at a recognized community college and at least three years of law-firm legal assistant experience, preferably in litigation. Candidates should know litigation procedures and court filings, be proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic document systems, and demonstrate strong organization, communication, accuracy, judgment, and teamwork.

Skills

Litigation Support
Legal Document Drafting
Court Filings
Litigation File Management
Deadline and Limitation Period Tracking
Calendar Management
Document Management
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Client Communication
Organization
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Team Collaboration

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Keywords

Legal Assistant
Litigation
International Trade
Pleadings
Affidavits
Motions
Factums
Court Filings
Service Of Documents
Limitation Periods
Court Deadlines
Tickler System
Examinations For Discovery
Hearings
Document Productions
Document Briefs
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Commercial Litigation
Regulatory Matters
Client Service
Calendar Management

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