Litigation Paralegal

Application Deadline:

10/08/2026

Address:

100 King Street West

Job Family Group:

Legal

Provides legal services, works independently and in collaboration with litigation counsel to prevent litigation and mitigate legal, regulatory and reputational risks. Works in a fast-paced, deadline-sensitive environment with continual reprioritization. Manages or participates in projects, maintains timelines and prepares reports and presentations.

• •Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business.
• •Recommends solutions based on analysis of issues and legal, regulatory and reputational risks.
• •Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• •Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• •Prepares and produces reports and dashboards.
• •Breaks down strategic problems; analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• •Gathers data; maintains/updates information in management systems and ensures data integrity.
• •Reviews and updates guidelines, procedures and policies.
• •Conducts case research using various research tools.
• •Prepares, drafts and revises legal documents and reports.
• •Handles orders and subpoenas in collaboration with internal and external litigation counsel, including document collection and review.
• •Develops requirements and materials for the facilitation of meetings.
• •Assists with regular reporting, including of case status, and prepares related presentation material.
• •Handles sensitive/confidential information while minimizing legal risk.
• •Executes work independently to deliver timely, accurate and efficient service and support.
• •Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• •Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• •Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• •Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• •Typically, 7 years or more of relevant experience and a paralegal certification or post-secondary degree and an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• •Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
• •Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
• •Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• •Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• •Analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth.
• •Influence skills - In-depth.
• •Data driven decision-making - In-depth.

Salary :

$70,000.00 - $150,000.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en .

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.