Senior Litigation Law Clerk

17 hours ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Cartel Inc. Full time US$80,000 - US$120,000 per year

Senior Litigation Law Clerk (Hybrid)

A highly regarded mid-sized litigation firm is seeking a
Senior Litigation Legal Assistant
with 7+ years of experience to support its accomplished team. This is a role for a true professional—someone who thrives on managing complex files, anticipating the needs of busy litigators, and ensuring every detail is handled with precision. The firm offers a supportive, balanced, and collegial environment with a three-day in-office hybrid schedule. Here, your expertise will be trusted, your independence valued, and your contributions recognized.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed legal research on statutes, case law, and precedents relevant to ongoing matters.
  • Draft and prepare litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
  • Review and summarize depositions, discovery materials, and other case-related documents.
  • Organize and maintain client files to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and proper record-keeping.
  • Track court dates, deadlines, and case milestones to ensure timely action and follow-up.
  • Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, evidence, and witness lists, and preparing trial binders and courtroom materials.
  • Provide hands-on support during trials, managing exhibits and assisting with the presentation of evidence.
  • Liaise with expert witnesses and coordinate their involvement in trial preparation and testimony.
  • Collaborate with legal teams on eDiscovery processes, including data identification, preservation, collection, processing, review, and production using IPRO and Reveal.
  • Load processed data into eDiscovery databases, assist in reviewing and analyzing electronically stored information (ESI), and apply coding or conduct searches to identify relevant documents.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards throughout the eDiscovery process, maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.
  • Use litigation support tools such as iManage (DMS), ACL (Automated Civil Litigation), IPRO, and Reveal, troubleshooting issues and collaborating with IT or vendors as needed.
  • Stay current with developments in litigation support technology and contribute to implementing improved tools and processes.
  • Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates, and respond to inquiries under the supervision of the Managing Partner and lawyers, maintaining professionalism and discretion at all times.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 7+ years in a litigation law clerk role, preferably within a law firm or legal department.
  • Law Clerk designation from the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO). Certification in eDiscovery (e.g., CEDS) or related technical skills is an asset.
  • Proficiency in using IPRO, Reveal, litigation software (ACL), and document management systems (iManage), or the demonstrated aptitude to quickly learn and use these tools.
  • Excellent organizational abilities with a keen attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
  • Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to handle complex legal issues and large data sets.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients, lawyers, and IT professionals

To apply, please forward your resume to Zaheeda Merali, Manager – Law Clerk Division

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