Litigation Legal Assistant/Law Clerk

Your new company

Our client is a well-established Toronto law firm with a busy and growing litigation practice. With continued growth underway, including the addition of a new associate, the firm is looking to add an experienced Legal Assistant/Law Clerk to provide dedicated support to two associates. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys substantive litigation work and wants to join a collaborative, professional environment where they can take real ownership of files.

Your new role

As the Legal Assistant/Law Clerk, you will provide comprehensive administrative and law clerk support across a variety of litigation matters. Working closely with two associates, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing affidavits of documents using litigation support software
• Scanning, organizing and integrating electronic documents into litigation support platforms
• Summarizing examinations for discovery and preparing lists of undertakings and refusals
• Drafting and preparing standard litigation documents, including consents, orders, bills of costs and costs outlines
• Compiling records and briefs and assisting with the perfection of appeals
• Preparing and filing enforcement proceedings, including writs of execution and notices of garnishment
• Coordinating service and filing of legal documents with the appropriate courts
• Managing litigation deadlines, calendars, appointments and court dates
• Working with Case Center and supporting matters before the Small Claims Court
• Providing additional administrative and file-management support as required

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you will ideally bring 3–5 years of experience in a litigation-focused Legal Assistant and/or Law Clerk position, along with a strong understanding of Ontario litigation procedures and court processes.

You will be highly organized, comfortable managing competing deadlines and capable of working independently while supporting multiple lawyers. Experience preparing litigation documentation, managing productions and discovery materials, and using litigation support programs will be important. Familiarity with Case Center and Small Claims Court procedures would be a strong asset.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive a competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000, depending on experience, along with:

• 3–4 weeks of vacation
• 6 paid sick days
• Comprehensive benefits from day one, with 80% coverage including dental and vision
• A hybrid working arrangement of 4 days in the office and 1 day working remotely
• The opportunity to join a growing practice and work closely with lawyers on substantive litigation matters

This is a strong opportunity for a litigation professional looking for a role that combines the responsibilities of a Legal Assistant and Law Clerk, with hands-on exposure to files and the opportunity to become an integral part of a growing team.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

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