Regulatory Law Clerk

WeirFoulds LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WeirFoulds LLP in Toronto is seeking a capable Law Clerk to provide support to the Regulatory Law Practice Group, focusing on administrative and public law litigation for regulated professions. The role involves organizing files, meeting deadlines, reviewing client documents, and preparing affidavits, agreements, and materials for hearings and judicial reviews, under direction.

Candidates should have a Law Clerk designation, at least three years of relevant experience, strong MS 365, and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with a Law Clerk designation.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
• At least three years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong computer related skills including Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of E-Discovery (EverLaw asset).

Responsibilities

• Reviewing client documents and preparing affidavits of documents/disclosure briefs.
• Preparing agreements and other legal documents with some direction, often from precedents.
• Preparing hearing and appeal/judicial review materials in accordance with Rules and directions.
• Trial preparation including preparing document briefs and compendiums.
• Assisting in the preparation of lawyers and clients for examinations and hearings.
• Scheduling examinations for discovery and preparing notices of examination.
• Reviewing transcripts and preparing undertakings and charts.
• Assisting with scheduling of witnesses and preparing statements and briefs.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Willingness to learn

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Client service

Education

Law Clerk designation

Tools

Microsoft 365

Word

Excel

Outlook

EverLaw

Job description

The successful candidate will provide legal support and work in close collaboration with the Regulatory Law Practice Group lawyers working primarily in the areas of administrative and public law litigation, including discipline, fitness to practise, and registration proceedings for regulated professions. The scope of work will include: organizing and managing files (responsible for ensuring deadlines are met); reviewing client documents; preparation of documents and briefs for various types of proceedings, including civil litigation, hearings, appeals, and judicial reviews; and providing support to other litigation team members when required.

Required Qualifications & Education

• Post-secondary education with a Law Clerk designation
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
• At least three years of relevant experience would be preferred
• Strong computer related skills including legal software and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Knowledge of E-Discovery (experience with EverLaw would be an asset)

Skills

• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently and within tight timelines
• Ability to multi-task and balance the priorities assigned
• Eagerness to learn and further develop skills as a Law Clerk
• Strong interpersonal skills and an excellent team player
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) including the ability to deal with clients
• Excellent attention to detail and diligent proofreading skills
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Passionate about providing quality service and work product to clients

Responsibilities

• Reviewing client documents and preparing affidavits of documents/disclosure briefs
• Preparing agreements and other legal documents with some direction, often from precedents
• Preparing hearing and appeal/judicial review materials in accordance with the various Rules of Procedures and Practice Directions (Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Court of Appeal for Ontario, Supreme Court of Canada and various quasi-judicial forums)
• Trial preparation including preparing document briefs and compendiums
• Assisting in the preparation of both lawyers and clients for examinations and hearings
• Scheduling examinations for discovery and preparing notices of examination
• Reviewing and summarizing transcripts of examinations and preparing charts of undertakings, refusals, and under advisements. Reviewing and assembling answers to undertakings
• Assisting with scheduling of witnesses, conducting witness interviews, preparing witness statements and briefs and preparing and serving summonses
• Attending at hearings to assist counsel and clients, when required
• Preparing bills of cost and costs outlines
• Preparing draft default judgments or orders
• Preparing charts, chronologies and summaries of documentary evidence for use in hearings
• Preparing correspondence
• Acting as commissioner to take oaths
• Other duties as assigned

At WeirFoulds, we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of service to our clients. As such, it is essential for applicants to be self-starters, dedicated to entrepreneurialism including client service, client development and the building and strengthening of client relationships. If you would like to be part of this dynamic team, and enjoy working in a collegial environment, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

This role is a new position.

The target salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000, commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.

WeirFoulds welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We recognize the need to demonstrate equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do, and are committed to providing an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures.

Accommodations in accordance with applicable laws are available for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Team at [e-mail].

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.