Litigation Legal Assistant/Law Clerk

David Aplin Recruiting; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Litigation Law Clerk to support a busy legal team. The successful candidate will manage case files, draft legal documents, and assist lawyers with various administrative tasks. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and offers a competitive salary package, with additional benefits such as health and dental coverage.

Benefits

Extended health & dental

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a litigation law clerk or senior legal assistant.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Open, maintain, and close client files.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage electronic organization of documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma/certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

ACL

Ghost Practice

Job description

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Impact Recruitment is proud to be working a highly respected Ottawa law firm known for its sophisticated commercial litigation practice. We’re seeking an experienced Litigation Law Clerk who can step into a key role supporting a busy legal team.

About the Opportunity:

The successful candidate will play a central role in file and document management, court preparation, and supporting counsel in delivering exceptional legal services to clients. This is not an entry-level position—our client is seeking someone who can contribute from day one.

About the Position:

Key responsibilities include:

• Opening, maintaining, and closing client files (both electronic and hard copy)
• Drafting and formatting legal documents, court materials, and correspondence with strong attention to detail
• Assembling and filing court documents (electronic and physical) in accordance with procedural rules
• Managing electronic organization of all documents and compliance with court filing procedures
• Scheduling appointments, conference calls, and managing lawyers’ calendars
• Docketing, preparing and delivering invoices, and following up on outstanding accounts
• Drafting internal and external communications (emails, letters, memos)
• Supporting lawyers with dictation, photocopying, scanning, and general administrative tasks
• Tracking deadlines and managing the bring-forward (BF) system

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a litigation law clerk or senior legal assistant, preferably in commercial litigation
• Strong working knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure; familiarity with the Construction Act and liens is an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook; experience with ACL and Ghost Practice is considered an asset
• Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma/certificate is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, resourceful, and dependable with strong initiative

Compensation:

• Salary: Flexible and competitive, commensurate with experience
• Extended health & dental.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

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