law clerk Toronto
Job description
Job Requirements
- Draft pleadings - Statement of Claim, Affidavit of Documents, Trial Records, etc.
- Responsible for requesting all productions and undertakings and ensuring documentation is sent to insurance companies or counsel
- Responsible for scheduling any client meetings, telephone conferences, examinations for discovery, mediation, pre-trial and trial
- Diarize deadlines and reminders in Outlook for lawyers for any filing that was required for legal documents , hearing or upcoming client meetings
- Maintain an ample filing system to ensure fast retrieval of client files and ensured that the files were updated at all times with the most recent documents and information
- Prepare assessable disbursements for settlements
Qualifications
- Completion of accredited legal assistant and or law clerk program required
- 2+ years experience in dealing with Tort matters (plaintiff personal injury or insurance defense experience)
- Demonstrated experience providing administrative support in an environment with a broad variety of administrative and clerical functions
- Advanced familiarity with the Rules of Civil Procedure and the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule
- Excellent organizational, time management, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail
- Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere
- Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and sound decision making skills to resolve problems and or escalate as appropriate
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated advanced writing skills to prepare legal correspondence and complete forms
- Ability to exercise good judgment when dealing with clients
- Positive and friendly demeanor
- Willing and positive towards learning, education, advancing skills and adapting to new responsibilities
Salary commensurate with experience.
Lubman & Associates Professional Corporation Lawyers recognizes that it is essential to provide equal opportunities to all persons without discrimination. This policy sets out the organization’s position on equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruitment and promotion, giving guidance and encouragement to employees at all levels to act fairly and prevent discrimination on the grounds of sex, race, marital status, age, sexual orientation, mental or sensory disability or religion.
Work remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
We are an essential service and are following all protocols and procedures laid out by our various government agencies and monitor the situation daily.
Experience:
- Tort matters (plaintiff personal injury or insurance def.): 2 years (required)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
Experience:
- Tort Clerk in Ontario: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Law Clerk or Paralegal Diploma/License (required)
Work Location: In person
