Law Clerk — Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team

Sicotte Guilbault LLP; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive and collaborative team

Competitive compensation (55k–75k CAD)

Paid leave benefits (vacation, sick,个人

RRSP Matching program

Free parking

Job summary

Sicotte Guilbault LLP is seeking a Litigation Law Clerk for its Orleans office (Ottawa, ON) in a hybrid role. The incumbent will support lawyers on a range of matters, manage files from start to finish, and handle deadlines and calendars.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of litigation experience, is bilingual in English and French, and holds a Law Clerk diploma or equivalent. The position offers competitive pay, RRSP matching, and paid leave benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of litigation law clerk experience.
• Bilingual English and French – written and spoken.
• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent education.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court rules.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft legal documents (pleadings, motions, affidavits, correspondence)
• Manage litigation files, deadlines, and lawyers' calendars
• Assist with discoveries, mediations, and trial preparation
• Organize and review disclosure and production documents
• Communicate professionally with clients, counsel, and court staff

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Law Clerk diploma or equivalent education

Job description

Law Clerk — Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team - #1001

Location: Orleans office (Ottawa, ON)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (exact hours are negotiable)

Work Model: Hybrid work model (mix of in-office and remote work)

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Law Clerk to join our team. The successful candidate will support lawyers and/or paralegals on a variety of litigation matters and play a key role in managing files from start to finish.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and draft legal documents (pleadings, motions, affidavits, correspondence)


• Manage litigation files, deadlines, and lawyers' calendars


• Assist with discoveries, mediations, and trial preparation


• Organize and review disclosure and production documents


• Communicate professionally with clients, counsel, and court staff

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 2 years of litigation law clerk experience


• Bilingual (English and French) – written and spoken


• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent education


• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court rules


• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

• Supportive and collaborative team environment


• Competitive compensation (salary range: $55,000 to $75,000, based on experience)


• Paid leave benefits, including vacation, birthday leave, sick leave, and personal days


• RRSP Matching program


• Free parking

How can we help?

Practicing law is about solving problems. Your problems, the kind that come with starting a business, hiring new staff, buying a house or a commercial property, getting married, resolving a dispute with your employer, or planning for your future. With a diverse team of law professionals with expertise and experience in a range of civil law specialties, we can put knowledge to work for you. So talk to us. Tell us about your challenges. We’re listening.