Accident Benefits/Tort Law Clerk
- Toronto, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant law clerk experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Law Clerk – Accident Benefits / Tort & Commercial/Civil litigation
Toronto, ON | Full-Time, Permanent
Our client is a leading personal injury law firm with decades of experience advocating for clients across Ontario. They are dedicated to ensuring every client receives the care, attention, and fair compensation they deserve.
They are currently seeking 2 experienced Law Clerks to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Accident Benefits and/or Tort Law, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in personal injury, commercial litigation, civil litigation, or a related practice area.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise, organization, and attention to detail will make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete and process OCF forms and related Accident Benefits documentation
- Liaise with lawyers, paralegals, insurers, clients, and other legal professionals
- Apply knowledge and understanding of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS)
- Draft pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Prepare detailed file summaries and maintain organized client files
- Review and summarize medical documentation and other relevant evidence
- Assist with litigation preparation, including document review and production
- Maintain daily communication with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and third parties
- Manage deadlines, diarist important dates, and ensure files remain up to date
- Provide general litigation and file management support to the legal team
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of relevant law clerk experience
- Experience in Accident Benefits, Tort, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, or a related practice area
- Strong knowledge of OCF forms and SABS is an asset for Accident Benefits candidates
- Experience with pleadings, document preparation, file management, and litigation processes
- Excellent grammar, spelling, proofreading, and written communication skills
- Superior analytical, organizational, and prioritization abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Strong time-management skills with the ability to multitask and work independently
- Highly detail-oriented with strong follow-through
- A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Professional, adaptable, and able to interact effectively with clients, colleagues, insurers, counsel, and external parties
Benefits
Why Join?
- Work with an experienced and reputable legal team
- Be part of a collaborative and client-focused environment
- Opportunity to grow and develop your legal career
More about this job
Responsibilities
The role involves processing OCF forms and applying SABS knowledge to draft pleadings and file summaries. The clerk will also manage communication with clients, insurers, and third parties while reviewing medical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates should ideally have a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant diploma and at least one year of experience in personal injury law. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Skills
- OCF Forms
- SABS Knowledge
- Pleadings Drafting
- Medical Documentation Summary
- Microsoft Office
- Outlook
- Time Management
- Analytical Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Prioritization
- Communication Skills
- Proofreading
Benefits
- Collaborative Environment
- Career Growth Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Legal
- Administrative
Keywords
- Accident Benefits
- SABS
- OCF Forms
- Personal Injury Law
- Tort Law
- Legal Administration
- Pleadings
- Medical Summaries
- Law Clerk
- Legal Assistant