A renowned law firm is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Litigation Law Clerk / Legal Assistant to support its litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Ontario civil procedure, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex litigation files from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize litigation files, both electronic and physical.
• Track court deadlines, hearings, and manage bring-forward systems.
• Draft pleadings, affidavits, motion records, and correspondence.
• Prepare affidavits of documents, trial briefs, and exhibits for hearings.
• Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and procedures.
• File and serve documents through courts, tribunals, and online portals (Justice Services, Case Center).
• Communicate with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel.
• Schedule meetings, mediations, and court appearances.
• Handle file openings, closings, billing, and general administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk diploma or certificate from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in litigation law.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, Construction Act, and Liens.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Outlook, Adobe Pro, GhostPractice, ACL, and Philips SpeechLive.
• Experience with Superior Court, Small Claims Court, Federal Court, Tribunals, and related filing systems.
• Excellent communication, research, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.