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Roxanne Smith

Old Toronto,ON

Summary

Highly skilled Senior Legal Assistant and Document Specialist with extensive experience in legal document preparation, formatting, and troubleshooting. Expertise in utilizing advanced legal software and providing technical support to legal teams. Proven ability to manage complex documentation workflows, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with firm standards. Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Professional, and electronic filing systems, coupled with exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, accurate, and timely legal documentation support.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Legal Assistant/Document Support

Osler Hoskin &Harcourt LLP
09.2019 - Current

Work cooperatively with legal professionals to develop, structure, and update legal documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in accordance with firm standards.

Converted various file formats to support legal professionals with their documentation needs.

Ensure meticulous, high-standard document creation following rigorous timelines.

Mentor junior assistants and assist in new hire training;

Provide support as an audit coordinator;

Delivered comprehensive assistance across multiple initiatives.

Legal Assistant

Koskie Minsky LLP
05.2015 - 03.2017
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Managed office scheduling and recorded deadlines, motions, and critical dates.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.

Legal Assistant

Sherrard Kuzz LLP
12.2012 - 05.2015

Legal Assistant

Lenczner Slaght LLP
04.2005 - 09.2007

B

Legal Assistant

Gasee Cohen & Youngman
01.2002 - 01.2005

B

Education

Corrections

Centennial College
Scarborough, None

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Legal Assistant/Document Support

Osler Hoskin &Harcourt LLP
09.2019 - Current

Legal Assistant

Koskie Minsky LLP
05.2015 - 03.2017

Legal Assistant

Sherrard Kuzz LLP
12.2012 - 05.2015

Legal Assistant

Lenczner Slaght LLP
04.2005 - 09.2007

Legal Assistant

Gasee Cohen & Youngman
01.2002 - 01.2005

Corrections

Centennial College
Roxanne Smith