Student-at-Law (2027/2028)

Who We Are At Litco Law, we are anything but your typical law firm. Having been named one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we are proud to offer a workplace culture like no other in the legal industry. Our code of caring is reflected in everything we do, and our clients and team members feel that difference. We never bill clients by the hour, and we are always looking for new ways to support them, because it's our goal for clients to be able to come to us for all their legal needs. By joining Litco Law, you'll become part of an incredible team of passionate, purpose-driven people who believe in excellence and bring their best work every day. Our core values guide everything we do, and are reflected in how we interact with our clients, team members, and community. Meet our legal team here! How You’ll Make a Difference As a Student-at-Law, you'll play a hands-on role in advancing personal injury and employment claims through every stage of litigation. This position is designed to help you learn, grow, and contribute to a phenomenal client experience across all our practice areas. You'll work closely with our Associate Lawyers, supporting litigation and every other legal step involved in managing a file. Along the way, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of legal work, from conducting legal research and drafting commencement and non-commencement court documents, to attending Questionings, private mediations, and court appearances. At the core of this role is a commitment to outstanding client service: we're looking for someone who will work alongside our team to deliver the best possible result, and an unforgettable experience, for every client. You Will: Provide excellent client care, including regular contact by telephone, email, and in person Track and manage Statement of Claim filing and service limitation deadlines Assist Associate Lawyers with Questionings, including reviewing and understanding client files in preparation, while training toward independently conducting Questionings Prepare litigation-related legal documents and conduct legal research on client matters Develop a complete understanding of the life of a client file and its various phases Stay up to date on Rules of Court, industry-related materials, and relevant legal changes Quantify personal injury claims by reviewing evidence and applicable case law, gathering relevant information from clients, and drafting settlement proposals Quantify employment claims by reviewing evidence and applicable case law, and drafting demand letters and Human Rights complaints Conduct liability investigations as necessary Attend Court for chambers applications as necessary Prepare for private mediations and alternative dispute resolutions, including drafting briefs Perform notary public duties Complete all Law Society requirements, forms, and CPLED courses Who You Are: You believe no lawyer is an island: every team member at a law firm makes an equally important contribution, and you see traditional law firm culture as outdated You're known for a positive, helpful attitude and excellent people skills You bring exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy to everything you do You're a proactive, resourceful thinker with strong analytical skills You're committed to personal growth, a fast learner who loves developing and perfecting new skills You're enthusiastic about workplace culture, build strong relationships easily, and handle sensitive situations with empathy, tact, and confidentiality You take pride in your time management, professionalism, and discretion You've demonstrated leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment Minimum Education and Experience: J.D. or LL.B. from a faculty of common law at a Canadian University OR an equivalent program approved by the Federation of Law Societies' National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) Access to a vehicle for transportation A valid driver’s license What We Offer At Litco Law, we know that a caring team is a team that is cared for. Just a few of the perks of joining our team include… High-performance culture –Thrive in our A-player community of high-achieving visionaries with a passion for finding ways to make a positive impact. Learning and development opportunities – We will support and invest in your evolution and improvement because we believe that exceptional people crave the opportunity to grow. Freedom and responsibility – We have a culture of freedom and responsibility, which means hiring talented people and then getting out of their way. We believe in trust and transparency, flexibility, recognition, and appreciation. Health and Wellness benefits – The well-being of our team members always comes first. Health benefits, a virtual employee assistance program, and a flexible health and wellness spending account are just a few of the ways we support our team. In-house book club – We get paid to read! At Litco Law, we believe in rewarding our team members for investing time in their personal and professional development. Flexibility – We offer a hybrid model for working remotely and in-office. Visit our Careers website here to learn more. We Are Growing Fast. Join Us. Litco Law provides a home for ambitious and hardworking people who want to make a difference in the world. We offer multiple locations, state-of-the-art technology to support our clients and team members, and a workplace culture like no other. Join us today.

The Student-at-Law will support associate lawyers in managing personal injury and employment files through all stages of litigation. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting court documents, preparing for mediations, and providing exceptional client service.

Candidates must hold a J.D. or LL.B. from a Canadian common law faculty or an equivalent NCA-approved program. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are also required for this role.

• Health benefits • Virtual employee assistance program • Flexible health and wellness spending account • In-house book club • Professional development support

• Time managementPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Legal research
• Drafting court documents
• Client care
• Litigation support
• Time management
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Communication
• Personal injury claims
• Employment claims
• Notary public duties
• Case law analysis
• Liability investigations
• Mediation preparation
• Hybrid Model
• Empathy
• Resourcefulness
• Case Law
• Tactfulness
• Notary Services
• Professionalism
• Valid Driver's License
• Quick Learning
• Analytical Skills
• Lawsuits
• Confidentiality
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Leadership
• Legal Research
• Mediation
• Personal Injury Law
• Telecommuting
• Time Management
• Investigation
• Filing
• Enthusiasm
• Detail Oriented

• Legal
• Administrative
• Student Law Clerk
• Law Clerk
• Legal and Related Associate Professionals
• Judicial Law Clerks

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week