Civil Litigation Law Clerk

Civil Litigation Law Clerk

Job description

Our client is a leading law firm serving the GTA across multiple practice areas. They are currently in expansion mode and are looking to add a Law Clerk with 3+ years experience in Civil Litigation.

Your new role

In this new role you will be responsible for:

1. Drafting documents, including pleadings, orders, briefs, confirmations, and other court documents.
2. Preparing files/documents for meetings, service, and filing with the court.
3. Intake including communicating with potential new firm clients and firm lawyers.
4. Maintaining contact and positive rapport with clients.
5. Scheduling meetings and conference calls, and working with lawyers in management of calendars and deadlines.
6. Mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
7. Keeping informed on court notices, new policies, rules, and legislation, and providing updated communications to lawyers.
8. Preparing books of authority, affidavits, financial statements, NFP statements, calculations, and disclosure briefs.

What you will need to succeed

To be considered for this position, you must be a team player who thrives in an environment that offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of individuals both independently and as part of a team. You possess excellent organizational skills, with high attention to detail, and must have the ability to multitask, all of which will assist you in working in this high volume, fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are also a must for dealing effectively with clients, lawyers, and professionals in the interests of our clients. You possess solid knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, including filing deadlines. Experience with MS Office is a must, and knowledge in the applications of PC Law and ACL III are also required.

What you will get in return

You will receive a competitive salary with the opportunity to participate in generous monthly bonus offerings to increase earning potential. You will also be a part of an environment that supports continuous learning of new technology and expanding one’s skillset.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now', or call us now at 647 370 8488 for a confidential discussion.