Legal Clerk and Assistant

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Corestone Law Full time

Corestone Law is a growing boutique litigation firm in downtown Toronto specializing in Construction and Property litigation. Our litigation expertise and positive reputation within the legal community allows us to advocate fiercely for our clients. We approach our clients with empathy and our matters with pragmatism. Our values of advocacy, integrity and innovation are what truly sets us apart. In order to provide the most value to our clients, we are a digital-first firm.

We are seeking an energetic, client-focused, detail-oriented Law Clerk with Assistant duties. The firm offers a collegial and flexible work environment.

The role will provide support in a number of areas, including:

  • Assisting lawyers in drafting litigation documents, proofreading, and transcribing dictation;
  • Inputting and tracking key dates for client files in accordance with firm policies and LSUC procedures;
  • Serving and filing court documents;
  • Booking court dates
  • Proactively managing 2 (two) Lawyers calendar and timelines;
  • Maintaining current knowledge of court protocols and practice directions;
  • Working closely with Accounting Manager for opening and closing of client files;
  • Performing administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, and providing reception duties;
  • Assisting lawyers and following their directions in a timely and professional manner;
  • Sending and collecting mail, banking, scanning, photocopying and filing
  • Maintain positive client relations and communication;
  • Coordinating with Accounting Manager to respond to inquiries on billing/budgets.
  • Meeting annual law clerk target hours
  • Maintaining and auditing of client file organizations in adherence with LSUC bylaws

Required experience and skills:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal assistant/clerk;
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in litigation;
  • Strong understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure;
  • Proficiency with Microsoft tools
  • Completion of Law Clerk program or equivalent degree or diploma

We look forward to hearing from you if:

  • You are professional, punctual, and well-versed in civil litigation;
  • You are reliable, detail-oriented, and a fast learner;
  • You have excellent time management, interpersonal, and communication skills;
  • You are team-oriented and also capable of working independently; and
  • You are eager to take initiative with regard to building your own skills.

Work Environment:

  • Hybrid Work Model: This position is primarily remote, with billable hours recorded. Occasional visits to the office may be required.
  • Flexibility to tend to urgent matters outside regular working hours.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment with training.

Position Details:

  • Full-time or Part-time position.
  • Estimated weekly hours: 22.5-37.5 hours per week (3-5 days per week)
  • Benefits for full-time.
  • Bonus pay for exceeding targets

*** Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to info@corestone.ca. No agencies or phone calls please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

  • Bonus pay

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Work from home

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

  • legal industry: 3 years (preferred)
  • litigation: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON

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