Litigation Law Clerk

Résumé du poste

The role involves preparing legal documents, hearing materials, and trial briefs for various Canadian courts and quasi-judicial forums. Responsibilities also include coordinating witnesses, managing discoveries, and preparing costs outlines.

Détails du poste

About the Company Our client, a well-established and highly respected Canadian law firm with a strong reputation, is seeking an experienced Litigation Law Clerk to join their team. Responsibilities Review and organize client documents Prepare affidavits of documents and disclosure briefs Prepare agreements and other legal documents using established precedents Prepare hearing materials for the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Court of Appeal for Ontario, Supreme Court of Canada, and quasi-judicial forums Prepare document briefs and compendiums for trial Prepare lawyers and clients for examinations and hearings Schedule discoveries and prepare Notices of Examination Review transcripts and identify relevant information Prepare undertakings, refusals, and answers to undertakings Coordinate witnesses and assist with witness preparation Conduct witness interviews Prepare witness statements and witness briefs Prepare and serve summonses Attend hearings with counsel and clients Prepare Bills of Costs and Costs Outlines Prepare Default Judgment Orders Prepare chronologies and summaries of documentary evidence Requirements Law Clerk or Paralegal designation 3+ years of relevant litigation experience Strong knowledge of litigation terminology, procedures, and processes Estates and/or regulatory law experience is considered an asset Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 and legal software Strong eDiscovery knowledge; experience with Everlaw is considered an asset Excellent organizational and time-management skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team Compensation Salary of up to $100,000, commensurate with experience Hybrid work environment - 3 days per week in the office Opportunity to work on sophisticated and varied litigation matters We do not use AI to screen candidates.

Ce que vous ferez

The role involves preparing legal documents, hearing materials, and trial briefs for various Canadian courts and quasi-judicial forums. Responsibilities also include coordinating witnesses, managing discoveries, and preparing costs outlines.

Exigences

Candidates must have a Law Clerk or Paralegal designation and at least 3 years of relevant litigation experience. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and eDiscovery tools like Everlaw is highly desired.

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• written communication · Souhaitée
• Microsoft 365 · Souhaitée
• case management · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Litigation Procedures
• Legal Document Preparation
• eDiscovery
• Everlaw
• Microsoft 365
• Case Management
• Witness Preparation
• Court Filing
• Legal Research
• Time Management
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication

Domaines d’emploi

• Legal
• Administrative