Tort 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 currently seeking a litigation clerk for our Dartmouth office. 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 recognizes the importance of being flexible and the benefits of being together, this role will be hybrid - the best of both worlds.

Come join our team

What you'll do:- 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- Dicta-typing; filing; keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database- Requisitioning cheques- 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 $49,000 to $91,000. 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.