Law Clerk

About This Role

This Law Clerk position is primarily responsible for analyzing documents and information and generating a summary of the information and analysis. The Clerk will work on insurance defence files, including tort and accident benefit matters. The ideal candidate takes initiative, is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses strong writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and summarize documents and files
• Prepare and review affidavits of documents
• Follow-up correspondence and update undertakings charts
• Prepare pleadings
• Draft statements of issues
• Follow protocols for billing in firm software and maintain client records
• Assist with preparation for trial or hearings

Requirements

• Experience reviewing and analyzing productions (particularly medical documents) in personal injury, either plaintiff or defence
• Ability to work well independently with little supervision and as part of a team
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to meet tight timelines
• Strong critical thinking and analysis
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment when dealing with confidential and sensitive information
• Post-secondary education
• Computer literate, with strong skills in the use of MS Office, e-mail, and the internet
• 1 year of experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Law Clerk

Nice to have:

• Previous experience on files where catastrophic impairment is in issue
• Completion of a Law Clerk or Paralegal program

Benefits

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Work from home

Important Details

• Work from home: commences after successful completion of a 3-month probation; alternating weeks of 4 days in office and 3 days in office
• Employment type: full-time, permanent

Application Process

• Send your resume, cover letter, references, and writing sample, if available

About the Company

This is not an administrative or secretarial position.