Law Clerk/ Paralegal - Civil Litigation

Our client, a collegial litigation firm with a focus on insurance defence litigation is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Law Clerk or Paralegal to their team. This is a full-time position ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative legal environment and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and client service.

Responsibilities      

This role will include:

• Advising clients on legal proceedings
• Interviewing clients, witnesses and other related parties
• Performing clerical duties, such as maintain filing systems
• Scheduling discoveries, motions, mediations, and pre-trials between counsel, clients, and the courts
• Researching records, court files and other legal documents
• Drafting legal correspondence
• Administering oaths, taking affidavits, and depositions
• Supporting lawyers in preparing for mediations and judicial dispute resolution sessions
• Coordinating and monitoring procedural timelines to ensure compliance with court rules
• Maintaining accurate and confidential client files and legal records
• Communicating proactively with clients to provide updates and manage expectations
• Collaborating with lawyers and staff to ensure high-quality file management

 

Requirements    

You are the ideal candidate if you have/are:

• Completion of a Law Clerk or Paralegal Program with certificate;
• At least 3-5 years of experience in civil litigation (More experience welcomed!)
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Strong drafting skills, efficiency, and effective case handling
• Experience with electronic filing and court systems (e.g., Case Centre) is essential
• Defense-side experience is not required, but familiarity with litigation workflows is expected
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management software for scheduling and document preparation
• Reliable, client-focused, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Recognized for accuracy, file ownership, and proactive case management

 

If this describes you, and you are interested in joining a growing, dynamic, team-oriented firm that provides an attractive compensation and benefits package, send us your details.      

We thank all applicants. Only those with the requisite experience will be considered.