Toronto | 10 + Years
Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Law Clerk with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or collaboratively. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently draft pleadings and file court documents through the portal.
- Prepare, revise, and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
- Schedule and coordinate examinations, issue notices of examinations, and draft client prep letters.
- Organize and review client documents, identify missing materials based on pleadings and client-provided information, and prepare Affidavits of Documents.
- Order transcripts, draft undertaking charts, and assist with providing answers to undertakings.
- Prepare mediation briefs, pre-trial briefs, and assist with trial preparation, including issuing summons and preparing joint books of documents.
Skills and Qualifications
- Completion of a post-secondary program in a relevant field (e.g., Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, Paralegal) with a minimum of 10+ years of experience in commercial litigation.
- Familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure and general court processes.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, GhostPractice, ACL.
- Familiarity with Dropbox, Adobe, Docusign, Zoom, CaseCenter and a willingness to learn new applications.
- Research experience with CanLii and/or Westlaw is an asset.
- Strong typing skills (75–80 WPM) and excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proactive in identifying and addressing urgent issues.
- Willingness to work occasional overtime when required.
Compensation:
- Vacation: 3-4 weeks
- Probation: 6 months
- Benefits: after probation
- Hybrid: 3 days in office
Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000
Please note that the salary range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
The recruiting efforts for this role are intended to fill a vacant position.
For more information or to submit your CV to kgauthier@zsa.ca reference #34455