Civil Litigation Law Clerk
- Toronto, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 3+ years of experience at a law firm in Canada;
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
EXPERIENCED CIVIL LITIGATION LAW CLERK:
JSM Law is looking to hire an experienced Civil Litigation Clerk to join our multi-faceted growing team.
Responsibilities for the Clerk include, but are not limited to:
- Meeting with clients;
- Drafting Motions,;
- Drafting, reviewing, amending and updating Civil Litigation documents;
- Drafting Statements of Claim, Mediation Memorandums, Trial Records, etc.
- Docketing time;
- Billing and collecting retainer fees on a monthly basis;
- Researching, factum writing, correspondence with opposing counsel;
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience at a law firm in Canada;
- Knowledge of Civil Litigation - Rules of Civil Procedure;
- Interest, expertise and demonstrated previous experience in Civil Law;
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and negotiation skills;
- Ability to work independently and strong work ethics; and
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Incentives:
Medical benefits, free parking, and the ability to work in a multi-faceted law firm with endless opportunities for growth.
Please email Yanira Monterroza at yanira@jsmlaw.ca and feel free to visit our website at www.jsmlaw.ca
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- With the experience you possess, what is your salary range expectations?
- How many years of experience do you have working in Civil Litigation?
Work Location: In person
More about this job
Responsibilities
Meet with clients and draft, review, amend, and update civil litigation documents, including motions, statements of claim, mediation memorandums, and trial records. Manage docketing, billing and retainer fee collection, legal research, factum writing, and correspondence with opposing counsel.
Requirements
Requires at least three years of experience at a law firm in Canada, knowledge of civil litigation and the Rules of Civil Procedure, and demonstrated experience in civil law. Candidates should have strong communication and negotiation skills, be able to work independently, and demonstrate strong work ethics, time management, and organizational skills.
Skills
- Civil Litigation
- Drafting Motions
- Client Meetings
- Docketing
- Billing
- Retainer Fee Collection
- Legal Research
- Factum Writing
- Legal Correspondence
- Negotiation
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Time Management
- Organization
- Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure
Benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company Events
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- On-Site Parking
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Care
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Yanira Monterroza
Hiring contact email
yanira@jsmlaw.ca
Categories
- Legal
- Administrative
Keywords
- Civil Litigation
- Law Clerk
- Rules of Civil Procedure
- Motions
- Statements of Claim
- Mediation Memorandums
- Trial Records
- Factum Writing
- Legal Research
- Opposing Counsel
- Client Meetings
- Docketing
- Billing
- Retainer Fees
- Civil Law
- Negotiation
- Legal Documents
- Law Firm