Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Law Clerk

Job #: 16408

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Location: North York 

Salary: $80,000

Benefits: Excellent benefits

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.

- Leading regional business law firm specializing in various practices.

            - Committed to offering an inclusive and equitable work space.

- Rewarding environment with excellent career development programs!

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provide legal administrative support regarding litigation matters;

- Schedule meetings and conferences;

- Draft/edit correspondence and legal documents from precedents and/or dictation;

- Manage calendars and dockets for lawyers;

- Assist in preparation for hearings/trials;

- Liaise with Billing Coordinators for the monthly production of accounts;

- Schedule examinations for discover, mediations and court appointments;

- Prepare and maintaining a bring-forward system;

- Maintain electronic filing system;

- Liaise with the courts and clients;

- Manage workflow of files from beginning to end; and

- Additional tasks as required.

Requirements:

- 1+ year of experience supporting legal professionals in a corporate work environment;

- Law Clerk Diploma from an Accredited Institution;

- Proficiency in Microsoft (Word, Outlook, and Excel);

- Preparation of documents connected to the litigation process considered a strong asset;

- Experience with Worldox and Soluno is a definite asset;

- Accounts preparation considered a strong asset;

- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal;

- Solid attention to detail and time management skills;

- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team; and

 - Ability to prioritize and meet urgent deadlines;

How To Apply:

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #16408 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.