Estates Litigation Law Clerk

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced Estates Litigation Law Clerk to join their team. The successful candidate will handle drafting, client correspondence, and assist throughout the litigation process. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and 8+ years of experience in estate litigation are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Must have completed a recognized law clerk program and hold a Law Clerk designation.
• 8+ years as a Law Clerk with experience in estate litigation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and preparing legal documents, including pleadings and motions.
• Researching legal issues and communicating with clients.
• Assisting with trial preparation and organizing exhibits.

Skills

Legal drafting

Client communication

Research

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Oral communication

Written communication

Technical skills

Education

Law Clerk designation

Completion of recognized law clerk program

Tools

Microsoft 365

Relativity

Outlook

Teams

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

CaseLines/CaseCenter

Job description

Estates Litigation Law Clerk

Our Client, a highly regarded and dynamic full-service law firm in the heart of Toronto, is on the lookout for an experienced Estates Litigation Law Clerk to join their thriving team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a firm that is not only respected in the legal community but also known for its inclusive and supportive culture. In this role, you will be an integral part of the estates’ litigation team, contributing to meaningful work. You’ll handle drafting, client correspondence, and provide hands-on support throughout every stage of the litigation process. In turn, the firm offers great benefits, a competitive salary, perks, and a hybrid remote model where you can feel comfortable being you in office and at home. If you’re someone who enjoys an engaging environment and wants to feel proud of where you work—this is the perfect place for you to grow and shine! Apply now.

Salary: $95K+

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs and correspondence
• Researching legal issues, statutes as needed
• Communicating with clients, and other parties involved in legal proceedings
• Preparing and filing documents with the court, managing court schedules
• Assisting with trial preparation, trial briefs and organizing exhibits
• Preparing applications for probate
• Reviewing and coding documents within eDiscovery platforms like Relativity for legal purposes
• Assist with all matters concerning guardianships, power of attorney issues
• Organizing and maintaining all documents related to an estate, from beginning to end
• Any other duties as required

Qualifications

• Must have completed a recognized law clerk program and hold a Law Clerk designation
• 8+ years as a Law Clerk, with direct and practical experience working in estate litigation in a law firm environment
• Ability to handle more than one professional and undertake additional responsibilities as required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are crucial for managing complex files
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including a strong knowledge of grammar and exceptional spelling and proofreading abilities
• Ability to work under pressure, deal with changing priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, terminology and estate litigation principles
• Strong technical skills, with proficiency with Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, CaseLines/CaseCenter, Knowledge of iManage, InterAction, Estably, eDiscovery, Relativity, Wind Up, ACL and Docusign would be an asset

To apply, please forward your resume toZaheeda Merali, Manager – Law Clerk [e-mail]

Tagged as: Estates, Law Clerk