Legal Assistant – Tax Law Boutique in Toronto

About the role

Join a fast‑growing Canadian tax law boutique in downtown Toronto as a Legal Assistant. You will work closely with lawyers and administrative staff to keep daily operations running smoothly, handling files, communications, and client support.

Key responsibilities

• Manage legal files, rename, file, and structure documents; maintain folder organization.
• Track deadlines and correspondence using the firm’s internal system.
• Conduct follow‑ups with clients, counsel, and the CRA on outstanding documents and requests.
• Access and manage CRA client accounts, retrieve and submit authorized documents.
• Coordinate secure document exchanges via NetDocuments and TitanFile.
• Obtain corporate profile reports using Ecore/Dye & Durham and maintain records in Curo.
• Record disbursements, costs, and input time to matters.
• Draft correspondence to CRA, DOJ, and Tax Court under lawyer direction.
• Schedule calls, meetings, and update lawyers’ calendars.
• Provide client support, including technical assistance.

Required profile

• Post‑secondary education – Law Clerk or Legal Assistant diploma/certificate or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of office experience in a law firm.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• NetDocuments
• TitanFile
• Ecore/Dye & Durham
• Curo

What we offer

• Salary $50,000‑$60,000 CAD per year, based on experience.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• 3 weeks paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, birthday off, and 8 personal days.
• Hybrid work model – 3 days onsite (9 am‑5 pm) in the heart of Toronto.
• Business‑casual dress code.