Litigation Clerk

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values - Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

Aviva Trial Lawyers is seeking passionate and skilled litigation clerks for our Ontario offices as we grow again
- As a litigation clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence (tort) litigation matters. We offer a hybrid work model, promote flexibility, collegiality, collaboration and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. You will be responsible for various clerking tasks as well as the day-to-day file management.- Aviva Trial Lawyers is located across Canada with five offices in Ontario alone: Toronto, Markham, Oakville, Ottawa, and London.- Please contact us if you are interested in a career that offers rewarding work, competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive team, as well as professional growth opportunities in a flexible, hybrid work environment.- What you'll do:- Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the _Civil Procedure Rules_- Compilation of books of authorities/factums
Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings
Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports
Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators
Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs
Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database
Maintaining file organization
Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed
- Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations
- What you'll bring:- Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment
Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook
Proficient in the _Civil Procedure Rules _and Court forms
Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative
Able to work independently with mínimal direction and as part of a team
Mature work ethic and good sense of humour
- What you’ll get:- The salary band for this position ranges from $54,500 to $101,100. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
We’ll support your professional development education.
Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion
Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health
Hybrid flexible work model
- Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.