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Law Clerk

2 weeks ago

Toronto Ontario MVM Canada Lerners Full time

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners' employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service. 

Lerners is seeking a Law Clerk to support our Health Law practice group in the Toronto, Ontario office. The ideal candidate will have over eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience working in a similar position. This is a hybrid position and requires a minimum of three (3) days in office or as required.

Position Summary

The Law Clerk – Health Law provides high-level legal and administrative support to the assigned lawyers in the Health Law practice group. The role ensures the efficient and organized management of client files, preparation of legal documents, and proactive support to lawyers handling complex regulatory, professional discipline, governance, and dispute resolution matters.

The Law Clerk is expected to work independently and exercise sound judgment to solve problems, anticipate needs, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. A strong interest in health law and professional regulation is essential, though prior experience in this area is not required.

Key Outcomes:

  • Effective file management: Client files are consistently well-organized, current, and compliant with firm and regulatory requirements.
  • Timely document preparation: All required legal documents, submissions, and correspondence are prepared accurately and delivered on time.
  • Proactive practice support: Lawyers receive timely and proactive support, with the Law Clerk anticipating next steps and independently handling routine tasks and issues.
  • Client service excellence: Clients, courts, regulators, and other external parties experience professional, timely, and courteous interactions with the firm.
  • Deadline management: All key deadlines (including limitation periods, filing deadlines, and internal follow-ups) are tracked and met without exception.
  • Independent problem-solving: Routine obstacles or administrative issues are identified and resolved independently wherever possible, with complex matters escalated appropriately.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal and Administrative Support

  • Prepare, format, and review legal documents, including court documents, hearing materials, submissions to regulators and their related files.
  • Manage client files throughout their lifecycle, ensuring all documents are properly saved, filed, and organized.
  • Conduct legal research on health law, administrative law, and professional regulation topics as needed.
  • Coordinate the collection, review, and organization of supporting documentation from clients and third parties.
  • Assist in preparation for hearings, mediations, trials and regulatory proceedings by compiling case books, chronologies, and evidence summaries.
  • Draft and prepare correspondence for lawyer review, including client communications, scheduling notices, and follow-ups.

Proactive Practice Management

  • Implement and monitor a bring-forward system to ensure timely follow-up and tracking of deadlines and commitments.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve file management within the practice.
  • Use judgment and knowledge of the file to suggest next steps or identify potential issues before they arise.

Client and External Party Communication

  • Communicate professionally with clients, regulators, general counsel, opposing counsel, and third parties to gather information, confirm timelines, and follow up on outstanding items.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Billing and Time Management

  • Track time spent on files accurately and consistently.
  • Assist with preparation of client invoices and related billing documentation as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Law Clerk Diploma or equivalent education and experience.
  • At least eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience as a Law Clerk in a legal environment, preferably in litigation, administrative law, or regulatory matters, with a preference for experience in Health law and/or medical negligence.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with legal document management systems; familiarity with legal research tools and case management software such as Relativity, ACL.
  • Understanding of litigation processes, professional regulation frameworks, and administrative tribunal procedures is an asset.
  • Anticipates needs, takes ownership of tasks, and offers solutions.
  • Uses discretion and critical thinking to make sound decisions.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
  • Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to troubleshoot and resolve administrative and procedural issues independently.
  • Demonstrated interest in health law and professional regulation.
  • Exercises discretion when handling sensitive information and interacts with clients and external parties with professionalism and respect.

 Working Conditions: 

  • Professional office environment (hybrid work arrangements may be available subject to firm policy).
  • Fast-paced with multiple competing deadlines; requires strong organizational and time management skills.
  • The role requires significant autonomy, with the expectation that the Law Clerk will proactively manage their own tasks, escalate issues appropriately, and contribute to the overall success of the practice with minimal supervision.
  • Regular client contact (written and verbal) is required, including communication with healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and opposing counsel.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.  

Benefits of Working at Lerners:

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.

Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package:

  • Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care
  • LTD insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Parking/Transit reimbursement
  • RRSP matching program
  • Eligibility for salary adjustments and/or performance-based incentive bonuses
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Referral Bonus
  • Employee Assistance Program

Salary:  

Target Hiring Range: $88, $110,777.10

Commensurate with skill level, years of experience, and aligned with internal and market equity.  

Why Lerners?

Lerners is a leading regional law firm with four offices across Southwestern Ontario and Toronto, offering the strength of a full-service practice with the collaboration and support of a close-knit team. We're proud of our nearly 100-year history, our reputation for excellence, and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. At Lerners, your work will have impact, your ideas will be valued, and your career will grow in an environment that respects both professional ambition and life outside the office.

Accessibility & Inclusion

We're committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion — and supporting applicants of all abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please get in touch with us