Law Clerk

Job summary

Prepare and manage accident and litigation files, including drafting legal documents, maintaining case records and timelines, conducting research, and preparing materials for hearings, mediations, and trials. Communicate with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel, coordinate appointments and proceedings, and work with lawyers and team members to ensure complete, compliant documentation and attentive file support.

Job details

Company Description WVGB Law Group is a litigation-focused firm recognized for its expert legal professionals, thorough researchers, and leading accident lawyers in Ontario. The firm uses a team-based approach, with multiple professionals supporting each case to ensure attention to detail and consistent communication. WVGB Law Group is committed to providing highly engaged representation and addressing clients’ concerns promptly and thoughtfully. The firm’s goal is to deliver the best possible legal advocacy and client service across the province, creating a collaborative environment for both clients and staff. Role Description The Law Clerk will work on-site in Ottawa, ON in a full-time capacity, supporting lawyers with the preparation and management of accident and litigation files. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and formatting legal documents, organizing client files, and maintaining accurate case records and timelines. The Law Clerk will conduct legal and factual research, summarize findings, and assist in preparing materials for hearings, mediations, and trials. The role involves direct communication with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel, scheduling appointments and proceedings, and ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with court and firm standards. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with lawyers and other team members to deliver attentive, high-quality support on each file. Qualifications Strong foundation in Law and familiarity with litigation and personal injury procedures. Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, formatting, and organizing pleadings, correspondence, and court forms. Excellent Communication skills for interacting with clients, counsel, and internal team members in a clear and professional manner. Solid Research abilities, including legal research, fact-finding, and summarizing case-related information. Advanced Writing skills for preparing concise, accurate, and well-structured legal documents and communications. Post-secondary education in Law Clerk studies, Paralegal, Legal Administration, or a related legal discipline. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple files and deadlines. High level of attention to detail, discretion, and respect for confidentiality requirements. Proficiency with legal practice management software and standard office applications (e.g., MS Office). Previous experience in a litigation or personal injury practice is an asset.

What you’ll do

Prepare and manage accident and litigation files, including drafting legal documents, maintaining case records and timelines, conducting research, and preparing materials for hearings, mediations, and trials. Communicate with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel, coordinate appointments and proceedings, and work with lawyers and team members to ensure complete, compliant documentation and attentive file support.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in Law Clerk studies, Paralegal, Legal Administration, or a related legal discipline, along with knowledge of litigation and personal injury procedures. Candidates should have strong legal writing, research, communication, organization, and time-management skills, attention to detail, discretion, and proficiency with legal practice management software and standard office applications; litigation or personal injury experience is an asset.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Legal Document Preparation
• Litigation Procedures
• Personal Injury Procedures
• Legal Research
• Fact-Finding
• Legal Writing
• Client Communication
• File Management
• Case Recordkeeping
• Scheduling
• Organization
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality
• Legal Practice Management Software
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative