Tort Litigation Clerk – Insurance Defence

Aviva; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a litigation clerk in Ottawa, where you will support a lawyer in insurance defence litigation. This role offers a hybrid work model, promoting flexibility and collaboration. You will handle essential clerking tasks, including drafting legal documents, managing files, and liaising with various parties. The company values professional growth and provides a rewarding compensation package, including health benefits and career development opportunities. If you're passionate about law and eager to contribute to a supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Competitive vacation package

Professional development support

Corporate wellness programs

Volunteer opportunities

Flexible work model

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in insurance defence or personal injury litigation.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Civil Procedure Rules.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legal documents and correspondence for litigation matters.
• Managing files and maintaining organization for legal proceedings.

Skills

Legal assistant experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Legal Assistant Diploma

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Ghost Practice applications

Job description

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.

Aviva Trial Lawyers is seeking a passionate and skilled litigation clerk for our Ottawa, Ontario office as we grow again!

As a litigation clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence (Tort) litigation matters. We offer a hybrid work model, promote flexibility, collegiality, collaboration and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. You will be responsible for various clerking tasks as well as the day-to-day file management.

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:

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• 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
• Hybrid flexible work model

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.