Senior Tort Law clerk

Synectics Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Brampton is seeking an experienced Tort Law Clerk to support complex litigation matters.

You will manage files from intake through settlement or trial, draft pleadings and correspondence, and coordinate medical records and expert reports. The ideal candidate has a Diploma from an accredited Law Clerk program, 5+ years in tort law, strong drafting and organization, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while delivering accurate, client-focused

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited Law Clerk program.
• 5+ years of experience in tort law.
• Strong knowledge of tort litigation procedures, pleadings, discovery, and court processes.
• Experience with medical documentation, expert evidence, liability, and damages matters.
• Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage files independently and prioritize competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage tort litigation files from intake through settlement or trial
• Draft and prepare pleadings, correspondence, motion materials, briefs, and other legal documents
• Coordinate and review medical records, expert reports, witness statements, and other evidence
• Prepare chronologies, liability and damages summaries, and litigation briefs
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, insurance adjusters, experts, and third parties
• Schedule and coordinate discoveries, examinations, mediations, motions, and court dates
• Maintain limitation deadlines, litigation schedules, and comprehensive file documentation
• Assist lawyers with settlement negotiations, mediation preparation, and trial preparation
• Prepare documentation and materials for discoveries, motions, hearings, and trials
• Conduct legal and factual research as required
• Ensure files are accurate, organized, up to date, and progressing efficiently

Skills

Tort law

Legal drafting

Case management

Client service

Attention to detail

Education

Law Clerk diploma (accredited program)

Job description

We are seeking a Tort Law Clerk with strong experience supporting complex litigation matters to join a results-driven and client-focused legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to work on sophisticated tort and civil litigation files within a supportive and high-performing environment. As a Tort Law Clerk, you will play a key role in managing files from inception through resolution, working closely with lawyers to ensure efficient file progression, accurate documentation, and strong client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage tort litigation files from intake through settlement or trial


• Draft and prepare pleadings, correspondence, motion materials, briefs, and other legal documents


• Coordinate and review medical records, expert reports, witness statements, and other evidence


• Prepare chronologies, liability and damages summaries, and litigation briefs


• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, insurance adjusters, experts, and third parties


• Schedule and coordinate discoveries, examinations, mediations, motions, and court dates


• Maintain limitation deadlines, litigation schedules, and comprehensive file documentation


• Assist lawyers with settlement negotiations, mediation preparation, and trial preparation


• Prepare documentation and materials for discoveries, motions, hearings, and trials


• Conduct legal and factual research as required


• Ensure files are accurate, organized, up to date, and progressing efficiently

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited Law Clerk program


• 5+ years of experience in tort law


• Strong knowledge of tort litigation procedures, pleadings, discovery, and court processes


• Experience with medical documentation, expert evidence, liability, and damages matters
  
• Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication skills


• Ability to manage files independently and prioritize competing deadlines


• Highly motivated, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment


• Strong client service orientation and professional judgment