Tort Litigation Clerk – Insurance Defence

Tort Litigation Clerk – Insurance Defence page is loaded **Tort Litigation Clerk – Insurance Defence**locationsCanada - Ottawa ON Kent Street posted onPosted Today job requisition idR- 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 seeking a passionate and skilled litigation clerk for our Ottawa, Ontario office as we grow again 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 Trial Lawyers is located across Canada with five offices in Ontario alone: Toronto, Markham, Oakville, Ottawa, and London. Please contact us if you are interested in a career that offers rewarding work, competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive team, as well as professional growth opportunities in a flexible, hybrid work environment.**What you'll do:*** Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the *Civil Procedure Rules** 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* Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database* Maintaining file organization* Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed* Ensure integrity of information in Ghost Practice applications* 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 minimal direction and as part of a team* Mature work ethic and good sense of humour**What you’ll get:*** 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr