Litigation Clerk

Aviva; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Ontario is looking for an experienced litigation clerk to support insurance defense litigation. This role involves preparing legal documents, managing files, and collaborating with a supportive team in a hybrid work setup. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in a relevant field and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Professional development support

Flexible vacation package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years in insurance defence or personal injury litigation.
• Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and court forms.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft legal documents including statements of defence and affidavits.
• Manage lawyer's calendar and file organization.
• Liaise between counsel and external parties.

Skills

Legal assistant experience

Attention to detail

Customer-service orientation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Ghost Practice

Job description

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

Aviva Trial Lawyers is seeking passionate and skilled litigation clerks for our Ontario offices as we grow again!

As a litigation clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence (tort) litigation matters. We offer a hybrid work model, promote flexibility, collegiality, collaboration and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. You will be responsible for various clerking tasks as well as the day-to-day file management.

Aviva Trial Lawyers is located across Canada with five offices in Ontario alone : Toronto, Markham, Oakville, Ottawa, and London.

Please contact us if you are interested in a career that offers rewarding work, competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive team, as well as professional growth opportunities in a flexible, hybrid work environment.

What you'll do :

Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial / mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules

Compilation of books of authorities / factums

Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings

Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports

Arranging investigations / surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators

Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs

Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database

Maintaining file organization

Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed

Ensure integrity of information in Ghost Practice applications

Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations

What you'll bring :

Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment

Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook

Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms

Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative

Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team

Mature work ethic and good sense of humour

What you’ll get :

Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Outstanding Career Development opportunities.

We’ll support your professional development education.

Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year

Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion

Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

Hybrid flexible work model

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

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