Law Clerk -Medical Defence

Gowling WLG; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Ottawa is seeking a detail-oriented Case Management Law Clerk to manage a medical defence portfolio. The successful candidate will work with a team, prioritizing client correspondence and liaising with counsel. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and relevant education, offering a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant post-secondary education required.
• Experience in a legal or office environment preferred.
• Exceptional computer skills and ability to learn quickly.
• Familiarity with legal processes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze a large portfolio of medical defence files.
• Review and prioritize incoming correspondence.
• Enter detailed information in a database.
• Liaise with clients and counsel.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle large volumes of work

Bilingual in French

Education

Law Clerk diploma or BA

Tools

Proprietary database

Job description

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented individual to join the Advocacy department (Medical Defence) in the role of Case Management Law Clerk.

Based in the Ottawa office, the successful candidate will work with a collegial team of lawyers, law clerks and assistants to provide superior service to our client and external partners. This practice suits those committed to working at a consistent high level and with an ability to think critically and exercise judgment.

This is a contract ending in December 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the management and analysis of a large portfolio of medical defence files.
• Review and prioritize incoming correspondence from the client(s) and counsel.
• Enter and manage detailed information on files in proprietary database.
• Review and monitor files for progress and input.
• Liaise with client representatives, external counsel and team members.
• Draft correspondence to client and counsel on both routine and substantive issues.
• Conduct research and monitor developments in health law legislation and policy.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of resource database of health law materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant post-secondary education including but not necessarily a Law Clerk diploma or BA.
• Experience in a legal or other office environment. Experience with databases or quality control work is an asset.
• Familiarity with legal processes is an asset.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new applications quickly.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to effectively handle large volumes of work and adapt to new processes.
• Capacity to work independently as well as actively participate in and support a team.
• French bilingualism would be considered a strong asset, but other candidates will be considered.

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.