Legal Assistant, Labour, Employment and Human Rights (LEHR)

fasken

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Full-Time
Posted June 12, 2026

Job Description

Permanent Position – Hybrid

Under general direction, the Legal Assistant provides high-level administrative and practice support to legal professionals within the Labour, Employment and Human Rights (LEHR) group. The role involves managing daily practice activities, coordinating schedules and deadlines, preparing legal documentation, and supporting client service delivery in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.


This is a hybrid role with a required attendance of three (3) days on-site.


Hours of work are from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET. Occasional pre-authorized overtime may be required to meet business and client needs.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Practice & Calendar Management Manage complex calendars, including scheduling meetings, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and court appearances
    Monitor limitation periods and statutory deadlines and ensure timely follow-up and filings
    Maintain bring-forwa...