Litigation Clerk

Aviva Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 56,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Retirement savings

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

Career development

Job summary

Aviva Trial Lawyers in Ontario is seeking a Litigation Clerk to support one lawyer in handling insurance defence (tort) matters. You will draft documents, manage calendars, and maintain file organization in a hybrid setting across our Ontario offices.

The role requires at least 3+ years of legal assistant or law clerk experience, proficiency with MS Word and Outlook, and knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and court forms. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Legal assistant/Law Clerk experience in insurance defence or personal injury litigation.
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook with strong document drafting skills.
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and court forms.

Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence and legal documents (defences, affidavits, memos).
• Compile books of authorities and factums.
• Manage productions, undertakings, and discovery notes.
• Coordinate investigations and independent medical exams as needed.
• Keep lawyer's calendar updated and maintain file organization.
• Arrange travel and ensure information in Ghost Practice is accurate.
• Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations.

Skills

Legal support experience

MS Word

Outlook

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Civil Procedure Rules

Court forms

Ghost Practice

Job description

Experience Aviva

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.

Experience Aviva

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.

The opportunity

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

• The salary band for this position ranges from $55,600 to $103,200. 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.
• Hybrid flexible work model.
• 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.

This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada may use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to assist us throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Aviva Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and has a process in place to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. If you require accommodation during the interview or hiring process, please contact your Aviva Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.