Commercial Litigation Law Clerk

The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA); Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid: 3 days in office

Competitive salary 85,000–100,000 CAD

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Walker Law in Toronto is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Law Clerk with 10+ years of relevant experience to join our team. You will draft pleadings, file court documents, prepare affidavits, coordinate examinations, and assist with mediation briefs and trial preparation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates bring meticulous attention to detail, strong typing (75–80 WPM), proficient MS Office, and the ability to work independently or with a team.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary program in legal field with 10+ years in commercial litigation.
• Familiarity with Rules of Civil Procedure and court processes.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, GhostPractice, ACL.
• Familiarity with Dropbox, Adobe, Docusign, Zoom, CaseCenter; willing to learn new apps.
• CanLii/Westlaw research experience is an asset.
• Strong typing 75–80 WPM; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing urgent issues.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and file court documents via e-Civil portal.
• Prepare, revise, and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
• Coordinate examinations and draft client prep letters.
• Organize and review client documents; prepare Affidavits of Documents.
• Order transcripts and assist with undertakings.
• Prepare mediation and pre-trial briefs and assist with trial preparation.

Skills

Strong typing

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Overtime readiness

Education

Post-secondary program in legal field (e.g., Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, Paralegal)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

GhostPractice

ACL

Dropbox

Adobe

Docusign

Zoom

CaseCenter

Job description

Walker Law is a diverse, dynamic, and award-winning commercial litigation law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s financial district. We specialize in delivering cost-effective legal solutions for a wide range of litigation disputes, including employment, contract, and real property matters.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Law Clerk with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or collaboratively. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and file court documents through the e-Civil filing portal.
• Prepare, revise, and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
• Schedule and coordinate examinations, issue notices of examinations, and draft client prep letters.
• Organize and review client documents, identify missing materials based on pleadings and client-provided information, and prepare Affidavits of Documents.
• Order transcripts, draft undertaking charts, and assist with providing answers to undertakings.
• Prepare mediation briefs, pre-trial briefs, and assist with trial preparation, including issuing summons and preparing joint books of documents.

Skills And Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in a relevant field (e.g., Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, Paralegal) with a minimum of 10+ years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure and general court processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, GhostPractice, ACL.
• Familiarity with Dropbox, Adobe, Docusign, Zoom, CaseCenter and a willingness to learn new applications.
• Research experience with CanLii and/or Westlaw is an asset.
• Strong typing skills (75–80 WPM) and excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing urgent issues.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime when required.

What We Offer

• Salary: 85,000-$100,000 based on experience.
• Hybrid: 3 days in office
• Comprehensive benefits, including vacation time off after, the probationary period, and discretionary bonus pay based on performance.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.