Litigation Law Clerk (10062)

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Litigation Law Clerk to join their Dispute Resolution Advocacy practice in Toronto. This role is perfect for a dedicated professional with over 5 years of experience in litigation. You will be integral to a supportive team, handling client communication, document management, and trial preparation. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment while contributing to a firm that values innovation and client service. If you're passionate about law and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Law Clerk required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients to obtain documents and maintain effective systems.
• Drafting correspondence and preparing trial-related documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to multitask

Willingness to learn appeals process

Tools

Relativity

ACL

iManage

Case Center

Job description

Litigation Law Clerk

Ready to make an impact as a Litigation Law Clerk? Our Client, a firm with offices across the province, is looking for a dedicated professional to join their Dispute Resolution Advocacy practice in Toronto. With a minimum of 5 years of experience, you’ll play a key role in a firm that blends innovation with a supportive, collegial culture. This hybrid position requires 3 days in-office, offering flexibility alongside fantastic benefits and perks. If you’re passionate about delivering top-notch client service and thrive in a fast-moving environment, this could be your perfect fit! Apply now.

Key Responsibilities

1. Communicating with clients to obtain documents;
2. Maintaining an effective bring forward (BF) system in ACL;
3. Drafting correspondence, including emails, pleadings, and reporting letters;
4. Receiving, organizing, and reviewing client documents;
5. Working with the eDiscovery team to ensure documents are scanned/loaded and coded in Relativity;
6. Reviewing/coding and working with documents within Relativity database to produce Affidavit of Documents, etc.;
7. Scheduling Examinations for Discovery and preparing and serving Notices of Examination;
8. Summarizing transcripts and working with clients to prepare responses to undertakings;
9. Compiling, preparing, serving, filing pleadings, motion records, application records, briefs, trial records, bookmarked pdfs, etc.;
10. All aspects of trial preparation;
11. Drafting Costs Outlines/Bills of Costs;
12. Meeting with clients to obtain particulars regarding guardianship application files and other matters;
13. Drafting Notices of Application/Motion, Affidavits, Guardianship Plans, Management Plans, Judgments/Orders, etc. regarding guardianship applications and arranging capacity assessments;

Qualifications

1. 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Law Clerk;
2. Experience in commercial litigation/dispute resolution advocacy litigation;
3. Experience with appeals is an asset, but not required;
4. A willingness to learn and understand the appeals process is required;
5. A keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
6. A strong work ethic;
7. Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail;
8. Excellent communication skills;
9. A keen ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team;
10. Experience with technology and working in a remote/hybrid environment;
11. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines;
12. Experience with Relativity, Case Center, ACL, and a Document Management System (iManage) is an asset;

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

Tagged as: Dispute Resolution, Law Clerk, Litigation