Personal Injury Law Clerk (AB & Tort)

EXPERIENCED PERSONAL INJURY LAW CLERK (Ability to speak Arabic is an asset, but not required):

Job Description:

JSM Law is looking to hire an experienced Personal Injury Law Clerk to join their team.

The position is an in-office, full-time permanent position.

Responsibilities for the Law Clerk include, but are not limited to:

· General file handling and management (on Tort files and Accident Benefits files)

· Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (including motion records, Statement of Claim, pre-trial/mediation memos, pleadings, affidavits of documents, etc.) for filing and service

· Drafting correspondence to be sent to Insurance Companies, medical facilities and clients

· Drafting LAT Applications, drafting Case Conference Summaries

· Complete OCF forms in accordance with the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS)

· Research, communication with clients, correspondence with opposing counsel

· Being familiar with the process of Examinations for Discovery

· Requesting productions and undertakings

· Other duties as required.

Qualifications for Law Clerk

· 3+ years of experience at a law firm

· Interest, expertise and demonstrated previous experience in Personal Injury Law;

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;

· Exceptional time management, organizational and prioritization skills;

· Advanced familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure and the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule

· Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team oriented atmosphere

· Strong work ethics

Salary:

· Salary commensurate to experience

Benefits:

· Single Coverage of Dental care

· Single Coverage of Vision benefits

· Life Insurance (single coverage)

· Single Coverage of Extended health care

· 2 weeks vacation and 4 sick days (pro-rated)

· On-Site parking

Interested candidates should forward their cover letter and resume to Yanira Monterroza at yanira@jsmlaw.ca, While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those with the requisite, relevant experience will be contacted.

Job Type: Permanent

Work Location: In person