Law Clerk

Altis; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis is seeking an experienced Law Clerk for a 6-month contract in Toronto, hybrid with on-site attendance as required. You will support investigations and litigation involving regulatory misconduct and securities law matters, collaborating with investigators, counsel, and regulators.

The role covers the litigation lifecycle from evidence management to hearings, requiring meticulous organization, discretion, and knowledge of eDiscovery tools and applicable statutes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Law Clerk supporting litigation, regulatory, or enforcement matters.
• Completion of a two-year Law Clerk program and ILCO membership or eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of eDiscovery software and management of documentary evidence.
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Securities Act, Commodity Futures Act, Criminal Code, and related legislation.
• Exceptional drafting, organizational, analytical, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Review evidence and conduct legal research to support investigations and litigation.
• Prepare and manage court and tribunal documents, including motions and affidavits.
• Review, redact, and manage electronic disclosures with eDiscovery tools while ensuring privacy compliance.
• Provide litigation support during hearings by managing exhibits and filings.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain and close files.

Skills

Legal research

Legal drafting

Document management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Law Clerk program (2-year)

ILCO membership eligible

Tools

eDiscovery software

Job description

Location: Toronto, Ontario. Hybrid, with on-site attendance as required

Duration: 6 month contract to start (may be extended, although not guaranteed)

Job Type: Contract, full-time hours

About the Opportunity

Our client in the public regulatory sector is seeking an experienced Law Clerk to support investigations and litigation involving regulatory misconduct and securities law matters. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-profile investigations while working alongside investigators, litigation counsel, and regulatory professionals in a fast-paced legal environment.

You’ll play a critical role throughout the litigation lifecycle, from investigations and evidence management to hearings and appeals. Your attention to detail, legal knowledge, and ability to manage complex documentation will help ensure matters progress efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and confidentiality.

What’s in it for You

You’ll gain exposure to complex regulatory litigation and investigations that have a meaningful impact on protecting the public interest. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals on sophisticated matters involving securities regulation and enforcement.

You’ll also develop expertise in litigation support, eDiscovery, regulatory processes, and courtroom procedures within a collaborative and highly respected legal environment.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll support investigators and litigation counsel by reviewing evidence, conducting legal research, preparing investigative materials, and organizing documentary evidence for regulatory investigations.
• In this role, you’ll prepare and manage court and tribunal documents, including motions, affidavits, production orders, disclosure briefs, and hearing materials.
• You’ll review, organize, redact, and manage electronic disclosure using eDiscovery tools while ensuring compliance with legal and privacy requirements.
• You’ll provide litigation support during hearings and trials by managing exhibits, maintaining hearing databases, coordinating filings, and supporting witness and evidence preparation.
• You’ll liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including court officials, opposing counsel, regulators, and witnesses, while ensuring files are accurately maintained and managed through to closure.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Law Clerk supporting litigation, regulatory, or enforcement matters within a law firm, government agency, or similar legal environment.
• Completion of a two-year Law Clerk program and membership in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO), or eligibility for membership.
• Strong knowledge of eDiscovery software and experience managing complex documentary evidence and electronic disclosure.
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Securities Act, Commodity Futures Act, Criminal Code, and related legislation, with familiarity with the securities regulatory environment considered essential.
• Exceptional legal drafting, organizational, analytical, and proofreading skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.