Litigation Law Clerk

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada Geller Law Full time

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Independently draft a variety of documentation, including retainer agreements, court forms and related documents, as well as Affidavits of Documents and related documents, and correspondence to meet the needs of the various steps required throughout the conduct of the file.
- Evaluate the file to review facts, determine appropriate processes and plans the steps necessary for the conduct of the file, ensuring critical deadlines are identified and met.
- Often act as the front line liaison with the client for financial loss recovery matter (negligence professional claims) connected with their file.
- Undertake to work with junior associates, law clerks and students
- Ability to work well in a small and close-knit team environment, employing good communication and social skills.
- Related administrative tasks as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- A minimum of 10 years legal experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal in the Province of Ontario.
- Ability to communicate effectively, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Aptitude to work with junior associates, law clerks and students.
- Ability to provide and take guidance and direction to and from professionals
- Knowledgeable about current relevant civil litigation rules and regulations.
- In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles.
- Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy.
- Ability to produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines. The volume of our work ebbs and flows. When it ebbs, we can better accommodate a measured pace. When it flows, pitching in where ever is needed is part of the job,
- Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary.
- Experience with document management software.

**Salary**: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 10 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON

Expected start date: 2023-02-01



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