Insurance Defence Law Clerk

Insight Global; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking a Senior Law Clerk to join their litigation team in Toronto. The role requires a candidate with a Law Clerk certificate and at least five years of experience in professional liability, insurance defence, or construction litigation. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, preparing documents for court, and managing litigation files independently. Strong technical and organizational skills are essential, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software. This position offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of Law Clerk experience.
• Experience in professional liability, insurance defence, and/or construction litigation.
• Confident in managing litigation files with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file pleadings and motion materials.
• Prepare Affidavits of Documents.
• Prepare for examinations for discovery, applications, and trials.
• Arrange court filings and applications.
• Review, summarize, and organize documents.
• Communicate with clients and experts professionally.
• Conduct factual background research.
• Manage files and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Exceptional organizational abilities

Excellent grammar

Proofreading skills

Ability to prioritize work

Education

Law Clerk certificate or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

iManage

Elite 3E

Relativity

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Senior Law Clerk to join our litigation team. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and the confidence to manage litigation files independently. This role involves supporting multiple lawyers in professional liability, insurance defence, and construction litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, finalizing, and filing pleadings and motion materials.
• Preparing Affidavits of Documents.
• Preparing for examinations for discovery, applications, and trial.
• Arranging court filings and applications.
• Reviewing, summarizing, and organizing documents.
• Communicating with clients and experts in a professional and timely manner.
• Conducting factual background research as required.
• Providing general file management and other duties as assigned.
• 35 hours per week and a minimum of billable hours.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail]. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• A Law Clerk certificate or diploma from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of Law Clerk experience, preferably within professional liability, insurance defence, and/or construction litigation matters.
• Confident in running a litigation file with minimal supervision.
• Excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines in a voluminous practice.
• Exceptional technical skills and ability to navigate Microsoft Office, iManage, Elite 3E, and Relativity.