Legal Assistant/litigation Law Clerk

5 days ago

Markham, Canada Powell Barrister Professional Corporation Full time

**POWELL BARRISTER PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION**

**Position**:Junior Legal Assistant / Litigation Law Clerk

**Date Posted**:June 18, 2025
- **ABOUT THE FIRM**_**:
Powell Barrister Professional Corporation is a boutique litigation law firm located in Markham, restricted to defending professional liability claims. We act as lead counsel for a major Ontario real estate professional liability program to defend real estate agents. Our firm has files at all levels in every court throughout the province of Ontario.
- **JOB OVERVIEW**:_
- **DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES**_**:

- Responsible for drafting Superior Court of Ontario and Small Claims Court documents;
- Preparation of legal documents including affidavit of documents, notices of examination, motion records, books of authorities, settlement documents and other litigation related documents;
- Assistance with litigation process: i.e. scheduling motions, examinations for discovery, mediation; Service and filing of litigation related documents;
- Draft correspondence, proofreading, editing documents and correspondence, and other related administrative tasks;
- Assisting lawyers with time management: i.e. diarizing, schedule maintenance, extensive use of Outlook, Amicus Attorney, and PCLaw;
- Perform clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and managing correspondence.
- Exhibit strong phone etiquette when communicating with clients, courts, and other parties involved in legal matters;
- Proofread legal documents for clarity, grammar, and formatting errors before submission;
- Provide support to other lawyers and staff as required;
- Minor reception duties: welcoming clients, ordering supplies, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organization, assist with office upkeep and other minor duties as required
- **QUALIFICATIONS**_**:

- Graduate from a Legal Assistant / Law Clerk / Paralegal program
- Strong knowledge of the Ontario Civil Practice _Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of the Small Claims Court_
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Legal Accounting Software and PDF Editing Software such as Adobe or Nitro Pro, etc.
- Strong computer skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

If interested in the position please provide us with a copy of your resume. We thank all applicants for your interest in our firm, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ability to commute:

- Markham, ON L3P 1Y2

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Markham, ON L3P 1Y2

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