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Legal Administrative Assistant

@ Cumming & Partners

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Toronto, Ontario

On-siteFull-time1+ years experience
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Overview

Cumming & Partners, a sixty-person boutique law firm specializing in Canadian and U.S. immigration, is hiring a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant. The role supports the legal team with immigration applications, client files, scheduling and government liaison, and the firm offers group benefits, a competitive salary and a monthly bonus. Candidates need at least one year of Canadian or U.S. immigration experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and process Canadian and U.S. immigration applications
  • Organize and assemble complete application packages
  • Create and maintain client case lists and schedules
  • Draft supporting materials for applications
  • Liaise with USCIS, CBP, IRCC and other agencies

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum one year of Canadian or U.S. immigration experience
  • Self-starter who works independently and collaboratively
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong oral and written communication
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Tools & skills

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-01
First seen by our source
2026-11-02
Source record updated
2026-11-09

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAdministrative
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus

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Job description

We are a boutique (sixty person) law firm specializing in Canadian and U.S. immigration. Our lawyers are licensed to practice law in both countries. We have a great culture and unparalleled drive for excellent client service.

We currently have one position available for a bright and hardworking Legal Administrative Assistant. This is a rewarding, collegial, and fast paced work environment.

The ideal candidate should minimum one year of Canadian or U.S. immigration experience. Possessing experience with both Canadian and U.S. immigration would be an asset.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Assist our legal team with complex legal matters in Canadian and U.S. immigration.
  • Schedule client and internal meetings.
  • Create and maintain client case lists.
  • Input reminders, track updates, and save correspondence.
  • Organize and assemble complete application packages.
  • Prepare and process immigration applications (paper and online), while maintaining case correspondence and document files.
  • Draft supporting materials for applications.
  • Liaise with USCIS, CBP, IRCC, and other government agencies regarding client matters.
  • Manage client files and practice activities.
  • Perform other administrative tasks as needed.

Position-Specific Competencies

  • Minimum of one year of experience in Canadian or U.S. immigration.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external parties via email and phone.

We provide group benefits, a competitive salary, and a monthly bonus commensurate with experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Only candidates who meet our requirements will be contacted. Please, no telephone calls or faxes.

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