Legal Assistant / Law Clerk (1-Day in Office) (10278)

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a firm where the cause matters. As a Legal Assistant/Law Clerk, you will support lawyers with civil litigation and workplace investigations. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on impactful social justice issues in a largely remote environment, with one in-office day per week.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Amazing benefits

Flexible remote work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Law Clerk.
• Strong foundation in civil litigation.
• Experience in both clerking and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and administrative support to two lawyers.
• Draft, format, and revise legal documents.
• Manage calendar scheduling and court deadlines.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Legal Assistant / Law Clerk (1-Day in Office)

This is a rare chance to join a firm where the why behind the work truly matters. Our Client is looking for an Intermediate or Senior Law Clerk who brings strong civil litigation experience and is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves for clerking and administrative tasks. You’ll support two lawyers : one with a thoughtful advisory and workplace investigation practice, and the other with a strong litigation focus, both involved in meaningful, often socially impactful work—including Indigenous community advocacy and broader public interest matters. Our Client values someone who cares about doing excellent, responsible work, and who is excited to be part of a team that leads with heart. The role is mostly remote (just one in-office day a week), with a slightly higher presence during the training period. They also offer a competitive salary, amazing benefits, perks, and more! This is a once in a blue moon opportunity – apply now!

Salary : Up to $85K+

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal and administrative support to two lawyers—one focused on workplace investigations and advisory, the other on litigation.
• Draft, format, and revise legal documents including pleadings, affidavits, correspondence, and memoranda.
• Handle file opening, maintenance, and closing procedures, ensuring documentation is accurate and well-organized.
• Manage calendar scheduling, meetings, and court deadlines.
• Assist with court filings and liaise with court staff and opposing counsel as needed.
• Maintain client confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Coordinate logistics for workplace investigations, including scheduling interviews and organizing documentation.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as billing support, expense tracking, and document scanning or filing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as aLaw Clerk, with a strong foundation in civil litigation.
• Prior experience supporting lawyers in both clerking and administrative capacities.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to juggle competing deadlines across different practice areas.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proactive and conscientious approach to work.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in social justice, Indigenous advocacy, or public interest law is a strong asset.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment.
• Fluency in French is an asset but not necessary.

To apply, please forward your resume to : Zaheeda Merali Manager – Law Clerk Search at [e-mail]

Tagged as : Civil, Law Clerk, Litigation