Toronto | 5 + Years

Key Responsibilities

Legal Drafting and Documentation

• Draft legal pleadings (e.g., Statements of Claim, Notices of Motion), affidavits, motions, and correspondence.
• Prepare and edit court documents, trial records, pre-trial and mediation materials.
• Prepare for Examinations for Discovery
• Draft or revise legal correspondence with clients, counsel, and experts.

File and Case Management

• Manage files and limitation dates.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic file documents.

Medical Records and Evidence

• Request, obtain, organize, review, and summarize medical records and expert reports.
• Prepare medical chronologies and briefs to assist lawyers in understanding the medical issues.

Communication

• Communicate professionally with clients to answer inquiries and gather information.
• Coordinate with medical professionals, experts, counsel, insurers, and third parties.
• Assist in scheduling discoveries, mediations and other procedural events.

Court and Procedural Support

• File and serve documents according to Ontario court procedures (e.g., e-filing, CaseLines).
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, briefs, and organization of evidence.
• Provide support for hearings, mediations, and trials.

Qualification

• Completion of a recognized Law Clerk Diploma

Experience

• 5+ years supporting medical malpractice

Technical & Legal Skills

• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and civil litigation process.
• Legal software or experience with (e.g., TimeMatters, PC Law, Primafact, ACL, CaseLines) and MS Office.  Computer savvy.
• Excellent drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills.

Other

• Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Professional communication skills with clients and team members.
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive medical and legal information.

For more information or to submit your CV to kgauthier@zsa.ca reference #34161

Salary Range: $85,000

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.