Tort Law Clerk

Azimi Law; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

Vision care

Job summary

Azimi Law in Toronto is seeking a dedicated Personal Injury Law Clerk or Paralegal to support tort claims and accident benefits cases. The role demands high attention to detail, strong organization, and reliable multitasking across files, documents, and client communications.

You will manage case files from intake to resolution, prepare pleadings and affidavits, liaise with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel, and handle general administrative duties in a busy personal injury practice.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of an accredited Law clerk or Paralegal program.
• Experience: At least 3 years of Tort experience.
• Experience with accident benefits and tort cases preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with uLaw is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accident benefit and tort files from intake to resolution.
• Prepare and file pleadings, affidavits, memorandums; draft client correspondence.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel and others; maintain professionalism.
• Interact with insurers, adjusters, lawyers and third parties for document production.
• Administrative duties including scheduling, calendar management, phones and mail.
• Scan and store documents in accordance with firm standards.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Law clerk/paralegal program

Tools

Microsoft Office

uLaw

Job description

At Azimi Law, we are committed to advocating for those affected by personal injury. Our dynamic team is known for its compassion, expertise, and resilience in fighting for the rights of our clients. We seek a dedicated and experienced Personal Injury Law Clerk or Paralegal to join our reputable legal practice and contribute to our client's success stories.

Position Overview.

The Tort Law Clerk will support our team by managing case files, preparing legal documents, assisting with various administrative tasks related to the tort claims. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of personal injury law, will be someone dependable and with high attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities and Duties.

• Case Management: Assist in the management of accident benefit and tort files from intakes to resolution, tracking deadlines and maintaining organized records.
• Document Preparation: Prepare and file legal documents, including but not limited to pleadings, affidavits, memorandums, mediation and pre-trial memos. Draft correspondence to clients, opposing counsel and other parties involved.
• Client Interaction: Communicate and interact with clients to gather information, update them on case progress and address any concerns. Always maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Communications: Interact and communicate with insurance adjusters, lawyers and other third parties as needed to facilitate the production of documents.
• Administrative Duties: General administrative duties such as scheduling, managing calendar, answering phones and handling mail.
• File Management: Scanning documents, making sure all the documents are properly stored on their appropriate files and in compliance with legal and firm standards.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication both verbally and written.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Great Interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills and knowledge of the Microsoft office suite.
• Experience with uLaw is an asset.

Qualifications.

• Education: Completion of an accredited Law clerk or Paralegal program.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience with Tort cases.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Experience:

• Accident benefits and Tort case: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person