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Litigation Legal Assistant
@ Aplin
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Aplin is hiring a Litigation Legal Assistant full-time for a practice group focused on bankruptcy, insolvency and restructuring matters. The role supports lawyers in commercial litigation and insolvency proceedings by preparing court documents, coordinating filings and serving as the administrative contact for lawyers and clients. Candidates need at least five years of litigation legal assistant experience, ideally in bankruptcy or insolvency, plus a Legal Assistant Diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, revise and proofread legal and court documents
- Coordinate court filings, including electronic submissions
- Maintain litigation precedents and document templates
- Serve as administrative contact for lawyers and clients
- Provide general support for the practice group
Requirements summary:
- Five years of litigation legal assistant experience
- Legal Assistant Diploma or equivalent
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Bankruptcy and insolvency experience preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Legal & compliance |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Legal Assistant |
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Aplin
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 842 |
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Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its practice group, with a focus on bankruptcy, insolvency, and restructuring matters.
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to a team of lawyers handling commercial litigation, insolvency proceedings, and related restructuring matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, revise, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, applications, notices of motion, and other court-related materials.
- Coordinate court filings, including electronic submissions, where applicable.
- Assist with the preparation and organization of application records, hearing materials, and other court documentation.
- Maintain litigation precedents, document templates, and electronic files to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Serve as a key administrative point of contact for assigned lawyers and their clients, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
- Provide general legal and administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice group.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of litigation legal assistant experience, preferably within bankruptcy and insolvency.
- Legal Assistant Diploma or equivalent education and experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional approach to client service.
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
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