Litigation Law Clerk/Assistant

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected law firm in Toronto seeks a Litigation Law Clerk/Assistant with 5 years of litigation experience. You will prepare legal documents, manage timelines, and support complex legal matters. The role offers competitive compensation of up to $68K and a hybrid work model. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills. Apply today!

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Two days remote work per week

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a commercial litigation environment.
• Thorough understanding of relevant rules of court and legal terminology.
• Proven ability to handle changing and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers in all aspects of a file while taking initiative.
• Prepare Affidavits of Documents and arrange discoveries.
• Ensure information is stored in the Document Management System.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical skills in MS Office

Education

Post-secondary diploma from a recognised law clerk program

Tools

NetDocs

Discovery Local/Reveal

CaseMap

Acumin

Job description

Litigation Law Clerk/Assistant

Our Client, a well-respected law firm with a warm, professional culture, is looking for a Litigation Law Clerk/Assistant who brings expertise and a knack for keeping even the busiest files on track. You will enjoy two days a week working from home, along with competitive perks and benefits that reflect a commitment to your well-being. With 5 years of litigation experience, you will play a key role in preparing documents, managing timelines, and supporting complex legal matters. This is a workplace where people genuinely care about the work they do, and about each other. So, if you want to join a team of thoughtful colleagues in a workplace where your contributions truly matter, this could be the perfect next step. Apply now!

Salary: Up to $68K

Key Responsibilities

• Support lawyers in all aspects of a file while taking initiative in determining next steps
• Prepare Affidavits of Documents, arrange discoveries and mediations, and prepare related documentation (including draft mediation briefs)
• Prepare and substantively draft correspondence and legal documents, including pleadings, motion records, and trial briefs
• Ensure all relevant information and documents are stored in the Document Management System (NetDocs) and litigation management system (ACL)
• Work with e-discovery software (Discovery Local/Reveal and CaseMap)
• Run accounts using accounting software (Acumin) and clients’ external accounting systems
• Track all deadlines associated with various matters carried by the lawyers
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma from a recognised law clerk program
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a commercial litigation environment
• Thorough understanding of relevant rules of court and legal terminology
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organisational and time management skills
• Proven ability to handle changing and competing priorities
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong proofreading skills and keen attention to detail
• Strong technical skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Kofax PDF, and Case Center
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills

To apply, please forward your resume toZaheeda Merali, Manager – Law Clerk [e-mail]

Tagged as: Law Clerk, Legal Assistant, Litigation