Litigation Law Clerk

Quantum Management Services Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Toronto seeks a detail-oriented Law Clerk to support a dynamic legal team. This role is pivotal in managing calendars, drafting essential legal documents, and conducting thorough legal research. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in litigation, showcasing exceptional organizational and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking firm that values proactive professionals ready to make a significant impact in the legal field. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for law, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Law Clerk in litigation or defense insurance.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage lawyers' calendars and prepare legal documents.
• Communicate with clients and coordinate payments for productions.
• Conduct legal and investigative research.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Docketing

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Legal Research

Attention to Detail

Job description

Salary : Competitive and based on experience

Job Type : Full-Time

Our client, prominent Toronto-based law firm specializing in litigation, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Law Clerk to join their dynamic team. This role plays a vital part in supporting the legal team and 3 lawyers. If you're a proactive, detail-oriented professional ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain lawyers’ calendars, ensuring accurate tracking of upcoming events and deadlines
• Draft and send correspondence to counsel regarding productions, Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs), motion dates, and undertakings
• Communicate with clients to provide file updates (as directed by lawyers), request documents, and coordinate payments for productions and transcripts
• Prepare and send retainer letters and correspondence to experts and investigators concerning IMEs, expert reports, and surveillance
• Draft correspondence to insured parties regarding productions, undertakings, and upcoming trial dates
• Prepare a variety of legal documents including : Affidavits of Documents (AODs); Motion Records (e.g., WAGG, Rule 30.10, production motions, solicitor removals, enforcement of settlements); Orders and Consents for dismissal; Cost outlines, Offers to Settle, Full and Final Releases; Undertaking charts, acknowledgement of expert duty forms; Summaries of productions and surveillance (as requested); Writs of seizure and sale; Trial documents and briefs; Summons to witness
• Organize and brief key legal materials, including AODs, undertakings, client documents, medical and expert briefs (liability and damages)
• Schedule motions, IMEs, and surveillance in accordance with legal procedures and timelines
• Conduct legal and investigative research including corporate searches, title searches, skip traces, and social media investigations

Qualifications :

• 8+ years of experience working as a Law Clerk in a litigation and / or defense insurance setting
• Experience with docketing is a must
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and documentation requirements
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficient in legal drafting and preparing a variety of litigation documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for dealing with counsel, clients, and third parties
• Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on complex tasks
• Familiarity with court scheduling and filing procedures

To apply, please send your resume in Word format to Christina Cerra at

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