Litigation Law Clerk

WARDS LAWYERS ^PC is a progressive, mid-size law firm located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. We have an opportunity for a dynamic, passionate, and driven Litigation Law Clerk to join our team at our Lindsay office. This position is available immediately.

We are a full-service law firm offering expertise in civil litigation, personal injury law, real estate, employment, business and corporate transactions, estate planning and administration. Our team approach offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced and highly skilled legal professionals, and our commitment to quality and best practices is supported by technological innovation that benefits both our team and our clients.

Giving back to our community has long been part of who we are. Over the years, our firm has initiated and supported events benefiting our community, and today we proudly lead Classics on Kent, a classic car show supporting local charitable organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters and Kawartha Lakes Food Source.

Roles and Responsibilities:

We are looking for a motivated Litigation Law Clerk eager to join a fast-paced and busy practice. We offer one of the largest and most accomplished litigation and dispute resolution teams in the region, acting for clients in virtually every kind of dispute, including:

• Superior Court litigation
• Small Claims Court litigation
• Estate litigation
• Construction disputes
• Employment law

Qualifications and Skills:

This opportunity is best suited for law clerks with 3 to 5 years of litigation experience who want to continue developing their expertise while enjoying the work-life balance only available in the City of Kawartha Lakes.

Members of our team must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be organized with a high attention to detail, and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The successful candidate will be proficient in litigation procedure and drafting, and knowledgeable about the Rules of Civil Procedure and the Rules of the Small Claims Court. Experience with Clio practice management software is an asset.

Location:

This is an in-person position at our Lindsay, Ontario office.

Compensation:

The expected salary range for this position is $45,000 to $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience and/or ability. Group benefits and an RRSP plan are available following the successful completion of a 3-month probationary period.

Application Instructions:

Please respond, in confidence, to Melissa Wemyss, C.E.O. (melissa@wardlegal.ca).

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted directly. No telephone inquiries or agencies, please.