About this role
Build your legal career in a firm that values care, excellence, and lifelong learning.
Are you ready to grow where your work truly matters?
We are a dynamic and growing Canadian tax law boutique based in downtown Toronto, seeking a skilled Legal Assistant to support the smooth and professional operation of our office. In this key role, you’ll collaborate closely with legal and administrative staff to ensure daily activities run efficiently. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations and plays a vital role in upholding the high standards our clients and team expect.
Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant
Location: Downtown Toronto, Bay St. Hybrid: 3 days onsite (9 am to 5 pm). Dress code: Business casual.
What you’ll be doing
• Support file and deadline management, including reviewing correspondence and tracking key dates using the internal system.
• Organize and maintain legal files by renaming, filing, and structuring documents; manage folders and clean up completed tasks.
• Conduct follow-ups with clients, counsel, and the CRA regarding outstanding documents, deadlines, or requests.
• Access and manage CRA client accounts, retrieve and submit documents as authorized.
• Coordinate secure document exchanges through NetDocuments and TitanFile; request DOJ channels as needed.
• Obtain corporate profile reports using Ecore/Dye & Durham; assist in maintaining client and matter records in Curo.
• Record disbursements and costs, and input time to matters.
• Track ATIA and ATIP requests; request documents from Tax Court, Federal Court, or other parties as required.
• Draft and prepare correspondence to CRA, DOJ, and the Tax Court of Canada under lawyer’s direction.
• Assemble, mark up, parse, and file legal documents digitally or physically; handle service and submission processes.
• Schedule calls and meetings or update calendars for lawyers as directed.
• Provide client support, including calls, document assistance, and technical help as needed.
Compensation & Benefits
• $50,000–$60,000 per annum, based on experience.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits offered.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation time off annually.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• Paid birthday off annually.
• 8 personal days annually.
• Located in the heart of Toronto – Bay St.
• Hybrid – 3 days onsite (9 am to 5 pm).
• Business casual dress.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
• Post‑secondary education.
• Law Clerk or Legal Assistant diploma, certificate, or equivalent experience required.
• Law or tax experience is an asset but not required.
• 1–2 years of office experience in a law firm.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable using office technology and willing to support others with basic IT troubleshooting.
• A team player with a customer‑service mindset and a keen eye for detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong critical‑thinking skills and a proactive approach to effective problem‑solving.
• Strong command of English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think independently.
BTL is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. Please inform us within your application if you require any accommodations, and every effort will be made to meet your needs.