Senior Personal Injury Law Clerk

TAG HR; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in personal injury law is seeking a skilled Law Clerk to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of litigation tasks including drafting essential court documents and managing schedules for mediations and trials. The ideal candidate will possess over ten years of experience in personal injury law, demonstrating a strong understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure and exceptional organizational skills. With a commitment to professionalism and confidentiality, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values teamwork and initiative. Join this forward-thinking firm and contribute to impactful legal outcomes.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in personal injury law required.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare litigation documentation for various courts.
• Schedule mediations and manage court deadlines efficiently.

Skills

Personal Injury Law

Rules of Civil Procedure

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe DC Pro

PCLaw

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PCLaw

Adobe DC Pro

Job description

Personal Injury Law Clerk

Salary Based Upon Experience

Responsibilities:

1. Draft, prepare, and complete all necessary litigation documentation such as claims, defenses, motion records, pleadings, notices, affidavits, etc., in Superior Court, Small Claims Court, and Court of Appeal.
2. Schedule mediations, examinations, motions, pre-trials, trial dates, and other scheduling tasks.
3. Familiarity with Online Submissions Portal and Caselines.
4. Be aware of processes and deadlines for serving and filing court documents.
5. Ensure all filings are organized and up to date daily, both physically and electronically.
6. Handle administrative details related to calendar and task management, client meetings, accounting, file closing, and docketing.
7. Perform other administrative duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in personal injury law.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe DC Pro, and PCLaw.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and flexibility to meet work demands.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize, and multitask.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating a strong work ethic.
• Good judgment and professionalism, especially under pressure.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Key Perks:

• Health, dental, life insurance, LTD.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Free On-Site Parking.

Please note that only candidates matching the requirements will be contacted. We continuously review applications to identify potential matches for this and other opportunities.