Full job description
We are looking to expand our litigation department with the addition of an experienced Law Clerk/Litigation Assistant/Paralegal. The ideal candidate will come to us with a minimum of 3 year’s experience in a law clerk role.
Communication skills are a key requirement for this role, together with organization and the ability to work alone, but also be part of the team.
We can offer you a rewarding position working along side collegial staff and legal professionals.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with a busy and demanding litigation practice;
- Prepare and complete all necessary litigation documentation such as motion records, pleadings, notices, affidavits, etc.;
- Dictation and accounts
- Manage timelines and deadlines;
- Proficiency with Soluno and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
- Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients
- Ensure all filing is organized and up to date on a daily basis, both physical and electronic
Handle administrative details with respect to calendar management, client meetings, accounting, closing files and docketing
- Preparation of accounts;
- Ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented environment;
- Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate from a recognized institution;
- Strong technical skills with proficiency in MS Office applications and comfortable with transcribing a moderate level of dictation;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
Education/Skills
- Law Clerk or Paralegal Designation/ Legal Assistant Diploma
- Minimum 5 years working in a Litigation Law Clerk position.
Thank your for your interest in the firm and this role. We will contact you should you be selected for an interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary based on experience
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
- Firm outings
- Casual dress
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Litigation clerk 5+ years
Work Location: In person with some hybrid after probation
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Experience:
- Litigation Law Clerk: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
