Litigation Law Clerk

3 days ago

Toronto, ON, Canada Workly Law Full-time $70,000 - $90,000 Contract

We are a growing litigation firm seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized Senior Litigation Law Clerk with at least 3+ years of experience to support our legal team and provide exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate will be proactive, responsive, and comfortable wearing many hats in a small firm setting. This role is key to helping our lawyers move files forward efficiently while ensuring a professional and supportive client experience.

Key Responsibilities

Client Service

  • Serve as a first point of contact for clients via phone, email, and in person
  • Manage client communications with professionalism
  • Schedule client meetings and coordinate lawyer calendars
  • Ensure timely follow-up with clients on required documents and next steps
  • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
  • Open and close litigation files in accordance with firm procedures
  • Prepare and file court documents including pleadings, motion records, affidavits, and briefs
  • Organize and manage deadlines using Clio or other case management software
  • Conduct legal research and summarize findings when required
  • Assist with preparing hearing and trial materials
  • Manage undertakings, productions, and discovery deadlines
  • Diarize court dates, limitation periods, and other critical deadlines

Administrative & Team Support

  • Maintain electronic and physical file organization
  • Assist in managing accounts receivable follow-ups related to file progress
  • Train and support junior administrative staff as needed
  • Contribute to improving firm systems and processes
  • Participate in team meetings and provide status updates on files

Qualifications

  • Law Clerk diploma or equivalent experience in a litigation-focused environment
  • 3+ years of litigation experience in a law firm or legal setting
  • Strong knowledge of court rules and filing procedures (particularly in Ontario)
  • Proficiency in legal software (Clio preferred), Microsoft Office, court filing systems and Adobe
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Client-focused with a professional and calm demeanor

Why Join Us?

We are a small but ambitious firm where your contribution makes a direct impact. We value initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a role where you can grow, be appreciated, and help shape a modern litigation practice, we’d love to meet you.