Senior Litigation Law Clerk

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Senior Litigation Law Clerk in Toronto. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in litigation with strong skills in e-Discovery and legal research. Responsibilities include preparing litigation documents and collaborating with legal teams. This role offers opportunities for growth, a supportive work environment, and a salary up to $120K based on experience.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Enhanced work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years in a litigation law clerk role, preferably in a law firm.
• Proficiency in litigation support software and tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research.
• Draft and prepare litigation documents.
• Assist in trial preparation.
• Collaborate with legal teams for eDiscovery processes.
• Communicate with clients and manage case updates.

Skills

e-Discovery

Legal research

Document management

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Law Clerk designation from ILCO

Certification in eDiscovery (e.g., CEDS)

Tools

IPRO

Reveal

ACL (Automated Civil Litigation)

iManage (DMS)

Job description

Overview

Senior Litigation Law Clerk

Our Client’s firm isn’t just another stop on your career journey—it’s a place where you can truly settle down and grow, surrounded by colleagues who are as committed as you are. If you’ve spent the last seven years as a litigation law clerk, and are especially skilled with e-Discovery, this might just be the place where your expertise finds its home. This provides you the chance to step into a role that values your leadership and your ability to collaborate. With a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and perks designed to enhance your work-life balance, you won’t want to miss out! Apply now.

Salary: Up to $120K (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research.
• Draft and prepare a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Review and summarize depositions, discovery materials, and other case-related documents.
• Organize and maintain client files.
• Track court dates, deadlines, and other critical case milestones, ensuring timely follow-up and action.
• Assist and support in trial preparation.
• Liaise with expert witnesses and coordinate their involvement.
• Collaborate with legal teams to execute eDiscovery processes, including data identification, preservation, collection, processing, review, and production using IPRO and Reveal.
• Load processed data into eDiscovery databases and assist in the review and analysis of electronically stored information (ESI).
• Apply case-specific coding and conduct searches within eDiscovery platforms to identify relevant documents for legal review.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards throughout the eDiscovery process, maintaining strict adherence to data integrity and confidentiality.
• Utilize litigation support tools and software, including iManage (DMS), ACL (Automated Civil Litigation), IPRO, and Reveal.
• Troubleshoot issues related to document management and eDiscovery software, collaborating with IT and external vendors as necessary.
• Stay informed about advancements in litigation support technologies and contribute to the firm’s efforts to implement new tools and processes.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates on case progress, and respond to inquiries under the supervision of the Managing Partner and lawyers.
• Maintain client confidentiality and ensure all interactions are conducted professionally and with discretion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years in a litigation law clerk role, preferably within a law firm or legal department.
• Law Clerk designation from the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO). Certification in eDiscovery (e.g., CEDS) or related technical skills is an asset.
• Proficiency in using IPRO, Reveal, litigation software (ACL), and document management systems (iManage), or the demonstrated aptitude to quickly learn and use these tools.
• Excellent organizational abilities with a keen attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to handle complex legal issues and large data sets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients, lawyers, and IT professionals.

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