Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant - Saskatoon

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Closing Date: May 8, 2026

Competition Number: MLTA-SKN-202604-029

Who we are

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada s best law firms by the Globe and Mail , MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

Job summary

MLT Aikins Saskatoon is in search of an experienced Legal Assistant to support our growing and expanding litigation practice. This position provides administrative and clerical support for lawyers in the advocacy and litigation team of the Saskatoon office. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and highly organized, has superior computer, proofreading and time management skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, works independently, follows instructions with minimal supervision and thrives in a fast-paced, professional team environment .

Responsibilities include:

Creating documents from standard forms or handwritten notes and editing various legal documents

Compiling court materials such as application records, affidavit exhibits, appeal records and appeal books

Maintaining lawyers calendars and contacts, scheduling client appointments as directed and assisting with travel arrangements as directed

Organizing and prioritizing numerous tasks and completing them under time constraints

Opening new client matters and maintaining established files

Preparing client billings, responding to billing inquiries and coordinating with clients on billing preferences

Maintaining an efficient electronic file in a document management system

Qualifications include:

Graduate of a recognized legal assistant program (equivalencies will be considered)

Three to five years of experience in an active litigation practice

Advanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software

Digital dictation transcription skills are advantageous but not required

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

A client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients

We offer:

A competitive salary including individual performance bonus

Flexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefits

Access to group savings plans and investment options

Growth and development opportunities

Mentorship and support

A positive and inclusive work environment

Our Diversity Statement

MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and cover letter by using the Apply Button. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.