Medical Defence Litigation Clerk — Hybrid & Mentoring

Gowling WLG; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage

15+ vacation days

Hybrid work flexibility

Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks

Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Gowling WLG is seeking a Law Clerk for its Medical Defence Law Clerk Team in Calgary. The ideal candidate will have strong civil litigation experience and the ability to work with legal professionals. Responsibilities include assisting with new matters, drafting various legal documents, and maintaining case files. The role offers extensive benefits such as 100% employer-paid health coverage, 15+ vacation days, and a supportive work culture.

Join us to make a tangible impact in the field of health law while being part of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of litigation experience.
• Solid understanding of the civil litigation process.
• Experience with eDiscovery is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with intake of new matters and associated tasks.
• Draft documentation including medical chronologies and court documents.
• Organize and maintain documentation relevant to the files.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Flexibility

Understanding of medical terminology

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma

Paralegal/Law Clerk Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Gowling WLG is seeking a Law Clerk for its Medical Defence Law Clerk Team in Calgary. The ideal candidate will have strong civil litigation experience and the ability to work with legal professionals. Responsibilities include assisting with new matters, drafting various legal documents, and maintaining case files. The role offers extensive benefits such as 100% employer-paid health coverage, 15+ vacation days, and a supportive work culture.

Join us to make a tangible impact in the field of health law while being part of a diverse and inclusive workplace.