Litigation Law Clerk

About the Company

Our client, a well-established and respected Toronto law firm, is seeking a Litigation Law Clerk to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clerk to work in a collaborative environment, supporting a busy litigation practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive law clerk support to lawyers throughout all stages of the litigation process.
• Prepare, draft, and revise pleadings, motions, affidavits, factums, and other court documents.
• Manage litigation files from inception through to resolution.
• Coordinate discoveries, mediations, hearings, and other court appearances.
• Handle court filings, including electronic filing through the appropriate court portals.
• Maintain calendars, monitor limitation periods, and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical files, including document production and file management.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and other relevant parties.
• Assist with collections-related litigation and enforcement matters, as required.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Litigation Law Clerk.
• Collections experience would be considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario civil litigation procedures and court rules.
• Experience preparing pleadings, motion materials, and other litigation documentation.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software.

Compensation

• Salary up to $78,000, commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to join an established and collaborative legal team.

We do not use AI to screen candidates.