Accident Benefits Litigation Clerk

Aviva Canada; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 56,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Annual bonus eligibility

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Career development

Volunteer opportunities

Vacation package with extra days

Job summary

Aviva Canada is seeking a skilled Accident Benefits Litigation Clerk to support one lawyer in Ontario. You will prepare correspondence and legal documents, summarize discovery notes, and manage calendars in a busy insurance defence practice.

The role offers a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, and strong growth opportunities within Aviva Trial Lawyers across Ontario offices including Markham.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Outlook.
• Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms.
• Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative.
• Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team.
• Mature work ethic and good sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules)
• Compilation of books of authorities/factums
• Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings
• Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports
• Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators
• Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs
• Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database
• Maintaining file organization
• Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed
• Ensure integrity of information in Ghost Practice applications
• Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations

Skills

MS Word

Outlook

Civil Procedure Rules

Court forms

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team player

Tools

Ghost Practice

Job description

Experience Aviva

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.

The opportunity

Aviva Trial Lawyers is seeking passionate and skilled Litigation Clerks for our Ontario offices as we grow again!

As an Accident Benefits Litigation Clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of accident benefit matters. Familiarity with tort litigation matters is also required.

Aviva Trial Lawyers is located across Canada with five offices in Ontario alone: Toronto, Markham, Oakville, Ottawa, and London.

Please contact us if you are interested in a career that offers rewarding work, competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive team, as well as professional growth opportunities in a flexible, hybrid work environment.

What You'll Do

• Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules)
• Compilation of books of authorities/factums
• Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings
• Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports
• Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators
• Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs
• Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database
• Maintaining file organization
• Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed
• Ensure integrity of information in Ghost Practice applications
• Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment
• Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook
• Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms
• Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative
• Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team
• Mature work ethic and good sense of humour

What You'll Get

• The salary band for this position ranges from $55,600 to $103,200. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Hybrid flexible work model.
• Outstanding career development opportunities.
• We’ll support your professional development education.
• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
• Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.